A great deal transpires in *Severance* Season 2’s second-to-last episode. As Mark (Adam Scott) heightens his attempts to save his wife, Gemma (Dichen Lachman), an unsettling encounter occurs between Helly (Britt Lower) and her father, Jame Eagan (Michael Siberry).

No, it’s not the disturbing egg scene at the start—this moment takes place in the Lumon offices right at the episode’s climax.

### What unfolds at the conclusion of *Severance* Season 2, Episode 9?

As the episode approaches its end, Helly finds herself alone in the Lumon offices, committing directions to the exports hall to memory—details Irving (John Turturro) had concealed for Dylan (Zach Cherry) on the back of a poster. Suddenly, Jame Eagan materializes behind her in the doorway, resembling a spectral figure.

“You deceived me,” he murmurs. “My Helly.”

Taken aback, Helly swiftly tucks the note under her keyboard and turns to confront him, visibly perplexed by his arrival. The scene concludes with her muttering, “What the hell?”

Her response is reasonable. What brings Jame Eagan to the Severed Floor, and what does he mean when he claims she “deceived” him?

### Why does Jame Eagan claim Helly “deceived” him?

There are several potential interpretations for Jame’s enigmatic statement. One possibility is that he is aware of Helly’s intentions—having noticed her memorizing the note and realizing she has a plan. But if that’s the case, why would someone of his stature confront her personally on the Severed Floor?

Another speculation is that Helly might actually be her Outie in disguise once more, masquerading as her Innie. However, this seems improbable since that twist has already been utilized. Furthermore, the fact that Jame addresses her as “Helly”—coupled with her astonished reaction—indicates she is indeed the Innie version we’ve been following.

Perhaps Jame’s true intent is merely to see his daughter in her severed form, trying to comprehend why she made the decisions she did in the *Season 1* finale. This appears to be the most logical explanation, but we’ll have to wait until next week for clarity.

*Severance* Season 2 is currently available for streaming on Apple TV+, with new episodes debuting every Friday.