The latest episode of "Tulsa King", titled "Bubbles", delivered a significant plot twist without the mastermind scheming from a gangster. Instead, it highlighted underlying psychological strains within the Dunmy family, Dwight's new adversaries. In Episode 6 of the third season, the story revealed unsettling dynamics that light the fuse for a dramatic conflict between Dwight Manfred, the protagonist, and the Dunmier family, especially against Tulsa's wealthy Jeremiah Dunmier and his son Cole.
The episode's climax wasn't just about the violent confrontation; it illuminated the dark familial pressure, particularly Jeremiah's disdain for his son Cole, whose erratic behavior stems from living in the shadow of his deceased brother Joshua, a military hero. Jeremiah's harsh comparison and inability to accept Cole fuels Cole's desperate actions.
The climactic scene sets Cole up to prove himself by targeting Dwight during a pivotal meeting with Quiet Ray, leader of the New York mob. The tension-filled restaurant scene escalates when Cole's bungled attempt at assassination not only fails but convinces Quiet Ray that Dwight orchestrated the attack, leading to a new wave of conflict.
The episode also tied up previous story threads, identifying Agent Muso's connection to Bill Bevvela's kidnapping and confirming Armand's off-screen suicide. Yet, it is the Dunmier family's tragedy that remains central, complicating Dwight's efforts as he navigates war on dual fronts due to Jeremiah's demands and Cole's quest for approval.