Blood Will Tell

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Speak What We Feel | 6

After years of avoiding the truth, Trung and Anh finally sit down for a raw and honest conversation, hoping to bridge the gulf between them and forge a new path forward. This episode contains descriptions of self-harm. If you or someone you know needs support coping with thoughts of self-harm, text the word “CONNECT” to 741741 for free, confidential support from a trained volunteer Crisis Counselor. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy [https://art19.com/privacy] and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info].

Readiness Is All | 5

In prison, Trung discovers a powerful outlet in performing Shakespeare. But is his processing of his guilt just an act?  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy [https://art19.com/privacy] and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info].

A Plague on Both Your Houses | 4

Sitting in county jail, Anh wrestles with his decision to stay silent, while another brush with death forces Trung to confront his choices. Will he finally tell the truth and set his brother free? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy [https://art19.com/privacy] and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info].

Fortune’s Fool | 3

A shocking attack by Bobby’s crew forces Trung and Anh to confront their new reality — what happens when the lifestyle is thicker than blood? This episode contains descriptions of self-harm. If you or someone you know needs support coping with thoughts of self-harm, text the word “CONNECT” to 741741 for free, confidential support from a trained volunteer Crisis Counselor. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy [https://art19.com/privacy] and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info].