‘Severance’ Season 2, Episode 10 Finale: What’s Next for Mark and Helly?

*Warning: Spoilers Ahead!*

As we bid farewell to Season 2 of “Severance,” the stakes have never been higher for Mark (Adam Scott) and Helly (Britt Lower). This thrilling finale leaves us with more questions than answers, and the tension is palpable as we witness their desperate attempts to break free from the clutches of Lumon Industries.

The episode kicks off dramatically as the innie and outie versions of Mark engage in a riveting conversation. Faced with the critical mission of rescuing Gemma (Dichen Lachman), the tension escalates to a boiling point. Mark S. harbors doubts about his outie’s commitment to the lives of his friends below Lumon, including Helly and Dylan (Zach Cherry). Yet, with hope on the line, he agrees to help with the plans.

After successfully completing the Cold Harbor file, Mark thrusts himself into the escape operation. He intends to navigate through the complex layers of Lumon to save Gemma. However, the path isn't easy. The celebration of the Cold Harbor completion — complete with a marching band — complicates matters, leading to a sequence of events that showcases both ingenuity and desperation.

An unexpected twist occurs when Helly steps up, distracting the formidable Mr. Milchick (Tramell Tillman), allowing Mark to make a critical move toward the elevator. A confrontation with Mr. Drummond (Darri Ólafsson) erupts in the hallway, transformed into a gripping showdown. With Lorne (Gwendoline Christie) providing an odd but opportune distraction, Mark is backed into a corner — an explosion of violence ensues, leaving Drummond fatally injured.

In a frantic chase, Mark reunites with Gemma, but just as they share a moment of relief, they find themselves flipping back to their innie identities while on the brink of a kiss. Trapped in a precarious situation, they race towards an emergency stairwell as alarms blare, signaling the urgency of their escape.

Mark’s decision not to follow Gemma further complicates their escape plan. With Helly appearing at the last moment, the trio finds themselves fleeing through the illuminated halls of the severed floor, now under intensified scrutiny from Lumon’s forces. The season culminates in a nail-biting cliffhanger as Mark chooses loyalty over personal desire, leaving viewers gasping for what lies ahead.

The mystery of Helly potentially being pregnant looms large at the end of the season. With the couple having engaged intimately on two occasions, speculation runs rampant. Drawing on earlier revelations from Season 1 regarding the repercussions of severed identities experiencing pregnancy, the implications for Mark and Helly’s future grow dire. If true, how will they navigate the challenges of impending parenthood while evading Lumon’s watchful eye?

Moreover, the enigmatic Jame Eagan (Michael Siberry) has been monitoring the efficacy of their actions closely, signaling a robust, potentially sinister plan by Lumon regarding the severing process. He is interested in assessing the ramifications of Mark's sacrifices, showcasing the company’s unsettling ambitions to expand their controversial procedure.

With the second season of “Severance” now streaming on Apple TV+, fans are left on edge awaiting Season 3. What lies ahead for Mark, Helly, and their co-workers? The revelations are bound to be just as shocking as the finale, as the battle for freedom against the oppressive environment of Lumon intensifies. Stay tuned for more mind-bending twists in this dystopian saga!