Ep 17. Assassins

Felicity season 1 episode 17, titled "Assassins," follows Felicity and her friends as they try to make it through the semester. The episode opens with Felicity's roommate, Meghan, suggesting that they spice up their lives by signing up for a self-defense class. Felicity is hesitant at first but eventually agrees, and the two of them head to the gym for their first lesson.

Meanwhile, Noel is struggling with his feelings for Felicity and his girlfriend, Hannah. He confides in his roommate, Ben, and they discuss the ethical implications of pursuing someone else's girlfriend. Ben advises Noel to talk to Felicity and be honest about his feelings.

At the self-defense class, Felicity and Meghan meet a group of guys who are also taking the class. One of the guys, Porter, takes a liking to Felicity and asks her out on a date. Felicity is hesitant but agrees to go out with him.

Later that night, while Felicity is studying in the library, she is approached by a mysterious man who asks her for help. The man, who identifies himself as Roger, reveals that he is in danger and needs her to keep a package safe. He also gives her a strange symbol and tells her to guard it with her life. Felicity is hesitant at first but eventually agrees to help him.

The next day, Felicity and Porter go on their date. They have a great time, but Felicity can't shake the feeling that something isn't right. When she returns to her dorm room, she finds that the package Roger gave her has been stolen. She immediately suspects Porter, who she believes could be an assassin.

Felicity decides to do some investigating and enlists the help of Ben and Noel. Together, they try to track down the stolen package and figure out who is behind the theft. Their investigation leads them to a group of government agents who are trying to stop a terrorist attack. The agents believe that the package Felicity was guarding contains information crucial to their mission. Felicity and her friends realize that they are in over their heads and decide to turn the package over to the authorities.

In the end, Felicity is glad to have gotten involved in something bigger than herself. She realizes that she has a responsibility to help others and to use her intelligence and skills for good. The episode ends with Felicity and her friends enjoying a quiet evening at home, grateful for each other's company and the adventures they've shared.