[s5e7] Breaking Branches [ OFFICIAL ]

: Walt tries to manipulate Jesse into staying, but Jesse finally chooses to leave the business, leaving Walt isolated.

: Immediately after shooting him, Walt realizes he could have simply gotten the names of Mike's men from Lydia, making the murder entirely unnecessary. [S5E7] Breaking Branches

: Analyze how Mike's death proves Walt has lost the "intellectual" control he once prided himself on. : Walt tries to manipulate Jesse into staying,

: Contrast Gus Fring’s business-first approach with Walt’s pride-first approach, using the "Say My Name" scene as evidence. [S5E7] Breaking Branches

: Focus on Jesse's departure as the moment the "White/Pinkman" family tree finally breaks beyond repair.