The season 7 finale of 9-1-1 is described as being short but impactful, with actor Oliver Stark hinting that fans may be left heartbroken. The penultimate episode, titled “Ashes, Ashes,” sets the stage for the finale, with Hen and Karen facing difficulties in their adoption process, and Eddie struggling with his emotions over his late wife Shannon. The episode ends on a dramatic note, with Bobby revealing his past struggles to Athena and their lives being threatened by a house fire.
In the episode, Hen and Karen’s adoption hearing is canceled due to a councilwoman who believes Hen is unfit to adopt based on her past as a firefighter. This leads to Mara being taken away by CPS, causing emotional turmoil for the couple. Eddie, on the other hand, grapples with his feelings for Kim, who resembles his late wife Shannon. As Eddie opens up to Kim about his grief and struggles, their relationship becomes strained, with Eddie facing the consequences of his actions.
Bobby’s storyline takes a dark turn as he confronts the man he caused harm to in the past and ultimately decides to retire from his role as Captain Nash. As Bobby reveals his original plan to commit suicide after saving 148 people, he is faced with a life-threatening situation when his house catches on fire with Athena inside. The episode ends with Bobby collapsing, leaving his fate uncertain and impacting the rest of the firehouse.
Despite some characters like Maddie and Chimney experiencing relative stability, the episode leaves a sense of unease as the safety of Bobby and Athena is threatened. The repercussions of Bobby’s retirement and potential death will likely have a lasting impact on the rest of the characters, with Buck especially concerned about Eddie’s well-being. The finale sets the stage for a dramatic conclusion to the season, with fans eagerly awaiting to see how the storylines will unfold in the final episode.
