True Blood, Bad Blood

Sookie and Jessica attempt to locate a kidnapped Bill, leading to a shocking revelation. Andy urges Jason to stay the course. Sam reconnects with his past, and Tara seeks refuge from her grief.

Russell Edgington, the Vampire King of Mississippi, concocts a plan to consolidate his power; Eric remembers his past; Sam tests the strength of his family bonds; Tara finds an ally in shady vampire Franklin Mott.

Eric instructs a werewolf to look after Sookie and accompany her to Jackson, Mississippi and Jason is distracted from his police exams. Meanwhile, Bud reaches the end of his rope, and Arlene copes with unexpected news.

Sookie joins Alcide at a raucous engagement party for his former fiancee. Bill "procures" dinner for Russell, Lorena, and Sam brokers a deal with Tommy and his parents. Conversely, Andy gets a promotion and draws Jason's attention.

Alcide and Sookie turn to an alpha-wolf "pack master" for advice on how to deal with Russell's minions. Tara considers a proposal from Franklin, who's completed his mission for Russell, and Joe Lee breaks his promise to Sam and Tommy.

Spurned by Eric, Sookie fears the worst for Bill, whose fate lies in Lorena's hands. Fueled by a night of bloody passion, Tara executes a desperate plan to stave off Franklin's advances. In Bon Temps, Tommy finds it difficult to leave the

Sookie's attempt to rescue Bill has unforeseen consequences. Meanwhile, Jason seeks the truth about Crystal. Sam must step in when Tommy gets involved in a dog fighting ring, all thanks to Melinda and Joe Lee's quest for money.

While Sookie rethinks her relationship with Bill, he reconciles with Jessica. As Russell decides what he will do next, Sophie-Anne relocates her residence. Jason offers a challenge to save Crystal and Ruby Jean visits Lafayette.

The Vampire Rights Amendment is close to being ratified, so Nan confronts Eric about the whereabouts of the Magister. Russell vows revenge against all his adversaries, and Bill discovers the truth about Sookie's true identity.

Sookie is warned about the dangers she must deal with, and Dark memories surface for Sam. Arlene must ask Holly for help while Jason faces unexpected dealings with Tara and Crystal. Jesus' interest in V's qualities is aroused.

Bill wants to regain Sookie's trust but brings her close to danger again. Eric tempts Russell with the "ultimate vampire dream". Jason tries to comprehend what he's learned about Crystal. Sam alienates everyone but Tara.

Eric plots his revenge against Russell; Sookie considers a new life without Bill; Tara discovers some surprising news about Sam; Jason finds a new calling; Lafayette turns to Jesus for help; Hoyt hopes for a future with Jessica.