Ep 19. The Golden Eggs

Emma Peel and John Steed are back in action in The Avengers season 2 episode 19, titled "The Golden Eggs". The episode begins with a wealthy businessman named Jerome K. Jerome (played by David Langton) seeking the help of Peel and Steed. Jerome's prized goose, which lays solid gold eggs, has been stolen, and he believes the culprit is a notorious international spy known only as The Eagle.

As Peel and Steed begin their investigation, they soon discover that The Eagle is not working alone. A group of other spies, including the charming but cold-blooded Lazaar (played by Alexander Davion), are also vying for Jerome's golden goose. The spies are willing to go to extreme lengths to get their hands on the valuable bird, including murder and kidnapping.

The trail leads Peel and Steed to a secret laboratory where The Eagle and his team are using high-tech gadgets to try and replicate the goose's ability to lay solid gold eggs. Peel and Steed must use their wits and skills to outsmart the spies and stop them before they can carry out their sinister plan.

Meanwhile, Peel is also dealing with personal issues as she begins to question her loyalty to the spy game. Her colleague, Tara King (played by Linda Thorson), tries to convince her to stay the course, but Peel's doubts only grow stronger as the stakes get higher. In the end, Peel must make a decision about where her true loyalties lie.

"The Golden Eggs" is a thrilling episode filled with action, intrigue, and humor. The dynamic between Emma Peel and John Steed is as charming and witty as ever, and the guest actors offer memorable performances as the diabolical spies. Plus, the high-tech gadgets and daring chase scenes keep the audience on the edge of their seats. Fans of The Avengers won't want to miss this entertaining episode.