Ep 6. Houses of the Holy

Annie Walker continues her work as a CIA trainee as she reports to Auggie Anderson with information about a suspicious Venezuelan diplomat. Meanwhile, Joan Campbell is struggling to balance her career with her marriage, as she is ordered to stay late at the office when her husband thinks they are attending a mandatory couples' therapy session.

Annie's mission for the episode is to investigate a suspicious and wealthy Venezuelan diplomat, who is believed to be involved in a money laundering scheme. However, when she discovers that the diplomat is involved in a secret cult, her mission becomes more complicated. Annie must go undercover to infiltrate the cult, which involves attending a ceremony that is thought to have mind-altering effects.

As Annie investigates the cult, she realizes that something more sinister is going on. Together with Auggie, she uncovers evidence of a potential terrorist attack. In an attempt to prevent the attack, Annie must race against time to stop the cult leader from carrying out his deadly plan.

Meanwhile, Joan's marriage continues to be strained as she struggles to balance her work with her personal life. Her husband, Arthur Campbell, is upset when he discovers that he will not be able to attend the mandatory couples' therapy session that he thought they were both scheduled to attend. As a result, he takes matters into his own hands and shows up at the CIA office unannounced.

Throughout the episode, tensions between Joan and Arthur continue to build as they struggle to communicate effectively with each other. At the same time, Annie is pushed to her limits as she attempts to stop the terrorist attack. With everything on the line, will Annie and the CIA be able to prevent the attack before it's too late? And will Joan be able to salvage her marriage as she continues to put her career first?

Houses of the Holy is a gripping episode that combines action, suspense, and drama. As Annie dives deeper into her investigation, it becomes clear that the stakes are incredibly high. With an impending terrorist attack looming, Annie must use all of her training and expertise to intervene before it's too late.

At the same time, the episode delves into the personal lives of the CIA agents, showcasing the sacrifices that they must make in order to do their jobs effectively. Joan's struggle to balance her career with her marriage is particularly poignant, as it highlights the difficulties that arise when someone's life's work clashes with their personal relationships.

Overall, Houses of the Holy stands out as a gripping example of what Covert Affairs does best. Featuring strong character development, intense action scenes, and a complex but compelling plot, this episode is a must-see for fans of the series.