Meredith insists that Catherine tell Richard the truth, stating that her mother (Ellis Grey) hid her diagnosis and died alone, which she believes is not an excuse to push loved ones away.
Following this loss (and the death of his AA sponsor, Ollie), Richard breaks his sobriety streak, though not in the way expected. He goes to a "disgusting" bar that gives free shots for AA chips, but instead of drinking, he destroys the bar with a baseball bat. [S15E7] Anybody Have a Map?
Richard's arc is the emotional heart of the episode, showcasing a man holding on by a thread. Meredith insists that Catherine tell Richard the truth,
She needs Meredith and Koracick to find a miracle, insisting she can beat it but cannot do it alone. B. Richard Webber's Spiral & Arrest Richard's arc is the emotional heart of the
The episode heavily features Jackson acknowledging his feelings about his past with April, which is a key part of his emotional journey in this season. 4. Directing/Writing Team Note