Relationship dramas take center stage

All season long,Billionshas been creating tension between Axe and Lara.

You lied to me, says the note left by the bed, and thats it.

Theres no other explanation, no information on where shes gone.

Episode 210

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Its the first in a series of actions where Axe fails to take responsibility for his own behavior.

Of course, life goes on even when your wife has run off.

In the meantime, theres not much he can do about Lara.

Chuck doesnt seem to have too many skeletons hiding in his closet though.

She assures him that his information is secured.

As it turns out, he has his reasons for remaining so calm.

As we learn later, Chuck was the one who organized the robbery.

He hands over the laptop to Minchak, fully trusting her with the details that could derail his campaign.

So, where does Taylors allegiance lie?

For now, its with Axe Capital.

Taylor has risen up the ranks quickly and immediately been established as a major player at Axe Capital.

He knows, deep down, that he has to give her space.

The messages move from lovingly nostalgic to unquestionably nasty.

While Axe and Lara grow apart, Chuck and Wendy are finding their way back to each other.

Is this a sign that their trust and intimacy is back?

to celebrate their newfound status at Axe Capital; and Axe finally sees Lara come home.

He says he left numerous messages for her, but she says shes had her phone off all day.

There are no consequences for Bobby Axelrod.

Heres hoping that Axes untouchable nature will make his comeuppance all the more delightful.