Ep 5. The Banker

The episode opens with Beth, Annie, and Ruby frustrated with their lack of progress in finding the money to pay off Rio and avoiding being killed by him. They decide to try and rob a bank, knowing it's one of the riskiest crimes they've ever attempted, but desperate times call for desperate measures. They research different ways to rob a bank and settle on a plan to distract the guards with a fake fire alarm, while they sneak into the vault to steal money.

As they prepare for the heist, tensions rise between Beth and Ruby, who is still angry at Beth for putting them in this situation in the first place. Annie tries to play mediator between the two, but it only seems to make things worse. The day of the heist arrives and they put their plan into motion. The fake fire alarm works perfectly and they manage to sneak into the vault undetected. However, once they're inside, they quickly realize that they're not alone.

A man is already in the vault, robbing the bank himself, and things quickly spiral out of control. Beth, Annie, and Ruby find themselves in a situation they never expected and have to act quickly to get out of the bank alive. The episode is filled with suspense as they dodge security guards, try to stay hidden, and figure out a way to get the money they came for.

In addition to the heist storyline, the episode also delves deeper into the personal lives of the three women. Annie is struggling with a decision about her daughter that could have major consequences. Ruby is dealing with the aftermath of a medical emergency that has left her feeling vulnerable and scared. Beth is still reeling from the revelation that her husband was having an affair and trying to figure out what that means for their relationship.

As the episode comes to a close, the women manage to escape the bank with the money they need, but at what cost? They're left to grapple with the moral implications of their actions and whether or not they've gone too far. The Banker is a thrilling episode that will keep viewers on the edge of their seat and leave them eager for the next installment.