Dexter sends a manifesto to a newspaper, completely changing the game for Lundy and his Bay Harbor Butcher task force. In addition, he attends a school event for Cody despite his breakup with Rita, and manages to frame Doakes in order to ensure his suspension from Miami Metro. While he appears to make great strides in this episode, the manifesto puts him further at risk, and Doakes' suspension means that he can now pursue Dexter full-time. In addition, Debra decides to forge a relationship with Lundy, being charmed by him despite their age difference. The twist at the end reveals Lila's psychosis, and basically expresses that her relationship with Dexter is living on borrowed time.