NCIS season 21 episode 9 Recap and FAQ

Episode Summary

Carol's business is disrupted by bees, leading her to seek professional help. Simultaneously, McGee and his wife contemplate a much-needed kitchen remodel due to various aging issues. Elsewhere, a disturbing discovery at a crime scene reveals a body previously declared dead, unraveling a complex investigation. The NCIS team uncovers a drug smuggling operation linked to the ranch where the victim worked under a new identity. The case exposes deep-seated corruption within a powerful family, leading to significant legal repercussions and personal decisions impacting the lives involved.

Full Episode S21E09 Recap

### Scene: Carol's Store - Carol expresses her frustration about bees bothering her customers, hurting her business. - The exterminator confidently claims to handle the situation without a bee suit, planning to distract the bees with smoke and remove the queen. ### Scene: McGee's Home - McGee discusses with his wife the issues with their aging kitchen, like loose outlets and a leaking sink. - His wife suggests a kitchen remodel considering their kitchen's worn-out condition, despite financial constraints. ### Scene: Crime Scene with Bees - Investigators are called to a crime scene where an exterminator advises against killing the bees, highlighting their ecological importance. - Torres arrives in an amateur beekeeper suit, humorously admitting he’s mainly in it for the honey. ### Scene: NCIS Team Discovers a Body - The team discovers a body in a trash bag with a visible tattoo, calling them to investigate. - The initial examination suggests the victim is Marine Captain Tom Riley, previously declared dead two years ago. ### Scene: Major Vicks Interview - Major Vicks is confused about being questioned about Riley, who was declared dead after a helicopter crash he witnessed. - Vicks suggests that Riley, having troubles within the Marines, might have faked his death to escape his past. ### Scene: McGee and Delilah Consider a TV Show Remodel - McGee and Delilah discuss the possibility of their kitchen being remodeled as part of a reality TV show, which would cover the costs. - Delilah is excited, but McGee is hesitant, worried about the intrusion and the mess it would cause. ### Scene: NCIS Investigates Riley/Wade's Background - The team discovers Riley had been living under a new identity in Texas, and had recently traveled to D.C. - His involvement with a powerful local family, the Bannons, who run a large ranch, becomes a point of interest. ### Scene: Confrontation at Bannon Ranch - NCIS agents visit Bannon Ranch to talk to Carl Bannon about Riley. They learn about Riley's low-key presence at the ranch and his unexpected death. - Bannon's son is protective, hinting at possible secrets tied to the ranch. ### Scene: Discovering the Smuggling Operation - Investigations reveal that Riley discovered a drug smuggling operation at the Bannon Ranch using the ranch’s meat shipments. - The operation was led by Bannon’s daughter, with the meat-packing plant manager and other employees involved. ### Scene: Resolution and Aftermath - The team arrests those involved in the smuggling operation. Bannon’s empire faces scrutiny and potential collapse. - McGee and Delilah decide against the kitchen remodel, valuing their home's memories over aesthetic improvements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Carol and why is she frustrated?

Carol is a store owner frustrated because bees are bothering her customers and affecting her business.

What is the exterminator's plan to deal with the bees?

The exterminator plans to use smoke to distract the bees and remove the queen to relocate them.

Why do McGee and his wife consider remodeling their kitchen?

They consider remodeling because their kitchen is outdated and has several issues like loose outlets and a leaking sink.

What did Major Vicks say about Tom Riley's presumed death?

Major Vicks mentioned that Tom Riley was presumed dead after a helicopter crash, but hinted that Riley might have wanted to escape his troubled past.

What does the NCIS team discover about Tom Riley's life after his presumed death?

The team discovers that Riley had been living under the new identity of Tom Wade in Texas and recently traveled to D.C. before his death.

What is the relationship between Tom Riley and the Bannon family?

Tom Riley, under the alias Tom Wade, worked at the Bannon family's ranch and discovered a drug smuggling operation there.

What decision do McGee and Delilah make about their kitchen remodel?

McGee and Delilah decide against remodeling their kitchen to preserve the memories embedded in their current home.

NCIS season 21 episode 9

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