Sofia arrives at the tunnels soon after, finding Sal dead and Oz barely conscious. She takes them both to her estate, where she reveals that she has been playing both sides against each other in order to gain power. Oz is furious at being used, but Sofia offers him a deal: help her take down the Maroni family and she will give him control of the Bliss operation.
As Oz contemplates his next move, we see flashbacks of his childhood with his brothers, and how their deaths shaped him into the man he is today. The episode ends with Oz accepting Sofia’s offer, setting the stage for an explosive season finale.
Overall, “The Penguin” Episode 7, “Top Hat,” delivers intense action, emotional depth, and unexpected twists that keep viewers on the edge of their seats. With only one episode left in the season, fans can expect a thrilling conclusion to Oz’s journey as he navigates the dangerous world of Gotham’s criminal underworld.
Stay tuned for the season finale of “The Penguin” to see how Oz’s story unfolds and what lies ahead for him and his associates.
Sofia is faced with the consequences of her actions as she learns that her niece, Gia, is trying to speak with the police about the night everyone in the Falcone mansion died. Gia reveals that she saw a gas mask in Sofia’s bag, implicating her in the tragic event. Sofia tries to justify her actions by claiming that her family members were all bad people who deserved their fate, but deep down, she is shaken by the realization of what she has done to Gia.
Meanwhile, Oz delivers the news of Sal’s death to Sofia, tempting her to come down to the tunnels for a risky exchange involving his mother and the Bliss. As Sofia arrives, she engages in a tense conversation with Oz, leading him to believe that his mother is dead in the trunk of a car. However, Oz is in for a surprise as he discovers a bomb with a timer set to explode. In a frantic attempt to escape, Oz triggers the bomb, causing a massive collapse in Crown Point.
Amidst the chaos, Sofia is seen escorting Francis into a rundown club called Monroe’s, reflecting on a past memory of Oz and his mother visiting the same club after his brothers died. In the flashback, Oz’s mother emphasizes the importance of him growing up and providing her with everything she deserves to make her happy. This moment serves as a stark contrast to the present, where Oz is left vulnerable and at the mercy of Det. Marcus Wise, a corrupt cop working for Sofia.
Det. Wise takes Oz captive, claiming to be taking him to Sofia before rendering him unconscious. As the pieces of the puzzle start to come together, Sofia must navigate the dangerous consequences of her actions while facing the looming threat of Oz seeking revenge. The intricate web of relationships and betrayals continues to unfold, adding another layer of complexity and tension to the already volatile situation in Crown Point.
