While Stede attempts to reenter his old life, Blackbeard tends to a wounded heart.

While the Revenge crew gleefully reunites under Zheng's reign, Stede attempts to bring back Blackbeard, who must face his own difficult truths.

After he's banished from the Revenge, Blackbeard unwittingly receives relationship advice from some dysfunctional old friends.

As Blackbeard remains plagued by the distrust of his crew, Izzy schools Stede on how to be an effective captain.