Ep 15. The Cover Up is Worse Than the Crime

In this episode of Black Ink Crew: Chicago, titled "The Cover Up is Worse Than the Crime," tensions run high as the crew deals with the aftermath of a leaked video. Ryan, the owner of 9MAG, finds himself in hot water after a video goes viral showing him getting intimate with a former employee. The fallout from the video not only affects Ryan's personal life, but it also impacts the business as the entire 9MAG crew struggles to keep it together in the face of negative press.

As the episode begins, Ryan is visibly upset and grappling with the fact that his personal life has been exposed to the world. He confides in Charmaine and Don, two of his closest friends and fellow 9MAG employees, about the situation and tries to figure out how he can move forward. Meanwhile, the rest of the 9MAG crew is also feeling the pressure, as customers are canceling appointments and the future of the shop is put into question.

At the same time, Van, another former employee of 9MAG who now runs his own shop, is also dealing with the fallout from the leaked video. He's been trying to keep his distance from the drama surrounding Ryan and 9MAG, but as the owner of a competing business, he also stands to benefit from the negative attention that 9MAG is receiving.

As tensions between Ryan and the rest of the crew come to a head, they begin to realize that the cover-up is actually worse than the crime itself. They decide to come together and address the negative press head-on, rather than trying to hide from it. They plan a public event to showcase Ryan's commitment to the community and his desire to move past the scandal. The event is a success, and it helps the crew to start turning things around and rebuilding trust with their customers.

In the end, the episode serves as a reminder of the importance of transparency, honesty, and accountability. It also shows how a crisis can bring a group of people together and strengthen their bonds, even in the most difficult of circumstances. Despite the challenges they face, the 9MAG crew is determined to move forward and come out on top, no matter what life throws their way.