Ep 13. The Night the Lights Went Out in Vegas

The Night the Lights Went Out in Vegas is the thirteenth episode of Las Vegas's first season. The episode begins with Danny and Delinda working on a project that's due soon. An important business mogul, Gary Scott, whom Ed knows makes an unexpected entrance in the casino, interrupting Danny and Delinda.

Ed and Gary have a history. Ed was once accused of being involved with his wife Marilyn in a scam that involved stealing expensive jewels. Gary threatens Ed that he has an eyewitness who will testify against him for the theft, which puts him in a bad position.

Meanwhile, Piper, a 13-year-old runaway, enters the casino and starts stealing. The Montecito floor manager, Nessa, sees the girl and becomes concerned. She informs the security team, but before they can act, the power goes out in the casino, all around Vegas, and further beyond.

At first, they think it's just one blackout, but soon they discover it's a large-scale power outage with no signs of coming back anytime soon. With no working generators, backup power, or gasoline for the vehicles, the Montecito becomes a target for thieves, and everyone scrambles to secure the premises.

As the night progresses, tempers flare, and people begin to lose their minds. Everyone is stuck in their own situations, which now include a group of desperate gamblers who refuse to leave the scene despite the lack of power. Danny discovers that Piper is in the casino and decides to help her out, along with Ed, who also wants to keep her safe.

Meanwhile, Delinda tries to convince a guest who's used to high-end services that the hotel's security team can protect her. Plus, a woman named Sarah, who's stuck in an elevator with a claustrophobic man, becomes a source of help and support to another woman in labor.

The Night the Lights Went Out in Vegas is an intense episode that showcases the strengths and weaknesses of all the characters. The circumstances that arise from the Las Vegas-wide blackout bring out the best and worst traits in everyone. The power outage turns into a test of survival in which everyone is forced to resort to their instincts to stay safe.

Overall, the episode offers a unique perspective on how people can cope with dire situations when things go south. It's a genuine and heartwarming experience that's worth watching.