In his final line, Elijah asks Oscar if he has any good revenge stories to read.
The implication is clear.
Elijah only views his incarceration as a temporary setback.
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This creates an interesting connection to Elijah because Monica was his former lawyer.
Although Elijah sat out Season 6,Oscar and Monica appeared in bigger guest roles.
That said, the show does need to mend the situation later in Season 7.
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It’s time to make this scene-stealer the next rookie.
With eighteen episodes planned, there will be plenty of time to bring him back.
Perhaps Elijah even puts aside his past grudges with Monica to unite against their shared enemies.
This wouldexplain the connection between Monica, Oscar, and Elijah in Season 6.
Even if a peace brokering never occurred, Monica now has her own problems.
Another avenue could involve Monica orchestrating a legal loophole for Elijah’s release or parole.
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Not to mention, it’s a waste of the show’s best recurring villain.
Hopefully,Season 7 will mark a glorious return for Elijah Stone.
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Starting over isn’t easy, especially for John Nolan who, after a life-altering incident, is pursuing his dream of joining the LAPD. As their oldest rookie, he’s met with skepticism from those who see him as just a walking midlife crisis.
