2. In My Secret Life

Irisa is arrested upon her return to Defiance, but Nolan can arrange her release by capturing those responsible for an explosion that nearly killed Mayor Pottinger. Meanwhile, Stahma decides the only way to stay in control of her family's criminal enterprises is by ensuring that Datak stays behind bars.

Plot summary and ending

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Complete story — includes the ending

Nolan and Irisa return to Defiance; Irisa attacks Earth Republic Officer Berlin and is arrested. A bomb explodes in the marketplace; Amanda convinces Niles to release Irisa if Nolan finds the bomber within 24 hours. Nolan's investigation leads him to Skevur, who admits that he placed a second bomb in Stahma's car. Nolan rescues Stahma and disarms the bomb, regaining his job as lawkeeper and the respect of the town; Irisa is released. Stahma blames Alak for Skevur's actions, leading Alak to kill Skevur. In the meantime, Datak and Doc Yewll plan their escape from the prison camp.

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