Ep 10. The Deep Heart's Core

The Deep Heart's Core is the tenth episode of the fourth season of Outlander. This episode follows the story of Jamie Fraser and his family as they prepare for a family gathering, as well as the aftermath of Brianna and Roger's reunion.

The episode begins with Jamie and his brother-in-law, Ian, hunting for food in the forest. They return to Fraser's Ridge with a deer and provide food for the family's upcoming gathering. Meanwhile, Brianna and Roger are getting to know each other again after Roger confesses his love for her. The couple starts making preparations for their wedding, but Brianna's parents are hesitant considering the tumultuous times they are living through.

As the family gathering approaches, Jamie and Claire receive an unexpected guest, Governor Tryon. He informs them that a notorious outlaw, Stephen Bonnet, has been pardoned and released from prison. Jamie is shaken by the news since he has sworn to revenge Bonnet's actions against his family. Despite the Governor's assurances that Bonnet is reformed and will not cause any more trouble, Jamie is skeptical.

The gathering takes place, and members of the community come together for a day of celebration. Roger and Brianna's wedding takes place amidst the festivities, and the family enjoys a peaceful time surrounded by loved ones. However, the peace is soon disrupted when a group of Cherokee arrive seeking medicine from Claire. The encounter is tense at first, but Claire is able to barter for the medicine, and the Cherokee tribe leaves in peace.

As the party comes to an end, Jamie notices Bonnet lurking in the shadows. He chases Bonnet down, but the outlaw escapes. Jamie realizes that Bonnet has discovered the location of his family and is in danger of retribution. He decides to take action against Bonnet and leave Fraser's Ridge to protect his loved ones.

The Deep Heart's Core is an emotionally charged episode that depicts the bond between family and the lengths they will go to protect each other. It brings to light the struggles of the time period, such as the tensions between the settlers and Native Americans, and the lack of trust in the justice system. The episode sets up the season's final episodes, promising intense action and dramatic twists that will keep viewers on the edge of their seats.