The fallout from John’s death is temporarily set aside as another character’s shocking demise takes center stage.
Warning: This article contains spoilers forYellowstoneepisode 512, “Counting Coup.”
But detective Dillard (Rory Cochrane) the same badge handling John’s homicide knows better.
Wes Bentley in season 5, episode 8 of ‘Yellowstone’.Paramount Network
He begins questioning Jamie on his relationship with Sarah.
Before leaving, Dillard warns the nervous AG he’s now a suspect.
He gets a call from Dillard, who tells him Sarah was actually “targeted.”
Luke Grimes and Kelly Reilly on ‘Yellowstone’.Emerson Miller/Paramount Network
She tells Kayce to let her take care of Jamie.
Instead, we get a surprise side story that delivers an unexpected gut punch.
Colby races over to help, taking Carter’s place in front of the scary stallion.
Luke Grimes in ‘Yellowstone’ season 5.Paramount Network
Lloyd asks that she leave his hat behind to help Teeter through the mourning process when she returns.
Beth next tracks down Carter, who’s blaming himself for Colby’s death.
We also catch up with Kayce and Tate, who are also down in the dumps.
They talk about life, death, and where grandpa Dutton/John will be buried.
Kayce also tells his son that the family ranch is no longer their home.
Later that evening, Kayce is packing an overnight bag when Monica walks in.
He promises he’ll be back in 24 hours.
Grant complies, of course, but doesn’t get off scot-free.
Kayce pistol whips him, then describes the violent act as “counting coup.”
Kayce then exits the car, but is soon scooped up by Mo.
“Counting coup,” which is also the title of this week’s episode, is again referenced.
Kayce tells Mo he thinks Grant got the message.
“Did you count coup?”
When Kayce confirms, Mo quietly nods and replies.
“Then he understands.”
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