It is a moment that showcases how far Alicia has drifted from the "Saint Alicia" of Season 1, resorting to a form of emotional manipulation that feels desperate, raw, and deeply human.
The episode is brilliantly split into three highly volatile narrative threads: [S7E15] Targets
What makes "Targets" stand out is how it pushes Alicia Florrick into highly questionable territory, particularly in her romantic and personal life. It is a moment that showcases how far
After finally crossing the physical line with investigator Jason Crouse (Jeffrey Dean Morgan), Jason begins dodging Alicia's calls, uncomfortable with the reality that she is still legally married to the Governor. To keep him around, Alicia delivers a line that divided fans and critics alike, telling Jason that he is the only thing keeping her from drinking and threatening to start again if he doesn't come over. To keep him around, Alicia delivers a line
Eli Gold (Alan Cumming) is desperately trying to figure out why the FBI is investigating Peter. He brings in the wonderfully eccentric fan-favorite attorney Elsbeth Tascioni ( Carrie Preston ). However, Elsbeth quickly discovers a conflict of interest and drops the case, forcing Eli and her ex-husband, Mike Tascioni (Will Patton), to play a game of cat-and-mouse to uncover her secret client.