Harlow

"I'm not there yet!"
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## Harlow

### Nickname(s)

H (by many)
Dad (by Patrick)

### Family

Ivanna (wife)
Patrick (son)
Mya (granddaughter)
Winter (adoptive granddaughter)

"*I* **MADE YOU** *into a **MONSTER**, Mya! You should have ran away and never returned, but of course, you have to play the role of a hero and try salvaging everything you blew into pieces. Less I remind you that you're a* putrid double-crosser *that caused your parents to disappear from Pineshadow? **YOU RUINED YOUR LIFE**!*"
—Harlow to Mya, *Warbringer*

**Harlow Parker** is one of the main antagonists in Season 3 of *The Adventures of Evie and Mya*. He is the father of Patrick, the husband of Ivanna, and the grandfather of Mya.

## Appearance

Harlow is pale-skinned, and has short, brown hair, similar to his son, with gray streaks from age at the base. Additional hairs are present under his nose and above a short, stubby beard, which is the same color as his hair and gradually graying. His right eye is hazel. While his left eye was originally hazel as well, it is now clouded over and grayed out from blindness. The sclarae of that eye is also light pink and swollen. A massive pink scar expands across the left side of his face and partway across his nosebridge as a result of a deep razor blade cut.

Harlow wears a plaid pale periwinkle sweater with dark crimson sleeves and crimson-and-gray diamond markings on the chest. He also wears dark grayish-black pants and polished black shoes.

## History

### Season 3

#### *Memories of the Past*

"*Mya." [...] "It is an honor to finally meet you after all these years.*"
—Harlow's greeting to Mya

Years prior to the start of the series, Harlow and Ivanna appear at the doorstep of the Heartley household, asking for more money. Harlow remarks that their mansion is very dilapidated, and they don't have enough money to fix everything, and Nita offers to give them another two-thousand, but no more. Ivanna begs, and Harlow snarls that enough has been said, demanding for money. He repeats himself more loudly to Patrick, and after seeing Ivanna's body language, Patrick realizes that his parents are greedy and have been lying to them. He calls them out for wanting to be the richest in all of Pineshadow, ordering them to get out. Harlow snaps at him to show respect to the family name, still desiring money, and Nita warns them to keep it down so Mya isn't woken. However, Harlow spits that nobody cares about Mya, and they only want their riches. Patrick jumps in front of him and Ivanna, enraged by his comment, demanding that they leave like the traitors they are. Harlow obliges, but turns back, and suddenly throws a glass vase at his son. At once, it shatters, leaving Patrick groaning in pain, all while his parents watch with no emotion. Having had enough, Nita tells them to leave firmly, and they do - but not before promising revenge and taking Mya as their own.

After Patrick cleans up, he and Nita meet up outside Mya's bedroom, and Patrick declares that Harlow and Ivanna must be locked out of their bank account. He also adds that Mya must never know of their existence, wanting her to be safe. He takes out a photo of him and Nita with Harlow and Ivanna, and using a lighter, burns the two out of the picture. Once that is done, he hides the photo in the basement. Eleven years later, Mya accidentally discovers the photo while cleaning the basement with Winter. Winter questions who the two are, and Mya is baffled, not knowing of any other living relatives and thinking the photo was burned deliberately. Both decide to ask their parents about it, and reluctantly, Nita and Patrick admit that the two are their grandparents. However, they lie that they moved to Oregon, and that the photo fell onto a candle and burned off their faces. Mya and Winter ask for more information, and Nita pulls aside Patrick aside, thinking they should just be honest on Harlow and Ivanna. However, Patrick refuses out of fear for Mya's safety. Instead, the two continue to lie, saying their grandparents loved Mya when she was a baby, and moved to Oregon for job-related purposes.

Later, Mya shows the burned photo to Evie, who is appalled, even more so when Mya reveals that the burned figures are her grandparents, and she explains what her parents told her. Together, they investigate the internet, finding out that her "grandparents" - Elloise and Luca, died in a fire. Evie thinks the mystery is solved, but Mya snaps that it's not, as her grandparents should be alive. She and Evie investigate further, discovering that Elloise and Luca's wealth was passed on to distant family, which confuses them. That night, Mya summons Winter back home, catching her up on what she and Evie has learned, but confessing that she's at a dead end. Despite this, she does believe she has maternal and paternal grandparents, and one of them must have given money to the other. She decides to call various numbers belonging to the richest in Pineshadow, trying to find the truth, but none heed results. The next day, Mya informs Evie of her failure to find more information, still wanting to find out what's going on in her family line when she suddenly bumps into two figures, falling back in a daze. She suddenly realizes something - staring at the photo - and seeing that the two in front of her are her grandparents. Harlow asks if she's alright, to which Mya questions if he and Ivanna are her grandparents. Harlow then states it's an honor meeting her after all these years, leaving Evie dumbfounded.

#### *Welcome to Hollowleaf Mansion*

"*You will find answers to these questions sooner than later. Now, we must be heading back... And prepare for what fate comes calling us to next.*"
—Harlow to Mya

Harlow calls Mya's name, and he and Ivanna warmly embrace Mya. He introduces her and himself, and Mya bounces up and down, loving both of their names. She asks if they ever got a donation of money from Elloise and Luca Heartley, which Ivanna confirms, recalling the tragic day in which they died. Harlow adds that they've prospered since then, and he and Ivanna notice Evie, questioning who she is. Mya hesitates to respond, fearing her grandparents are homophobic, but Ivanna figures it out, and Mya reveals that Evie is her girlfriend. She shakes their hands, and Harlow remarks that Mya has a wonderful partner. He declares that it's time they paid Nita and Patrick a visit, catch up on loose ends, and show that they're back in business. Ivanna stares at him, her face twisted in a smirk, and Evie begins to feel unnerved, suspecting that Harlow is plotting something. Just a short time after, Mya declares that she's found her grandparents, much to her parents' shock. Nita tries to correct her, but a voice asks if they missed them, and Harlow and Ivanna appear. Nita stutters a greeting, and Winter excitedly runs up to her grandparents, her eyes shining. Harlow inquires as to who she is, and Patrick says that she's their adopted daughter. Harlow chuckles, ruffling her hair and stating that she's one of a kind. Nita questions why they're here, and Ivanna mentions that Mya phone called them, to which she adds that she took a chance and it paid off. Harlow soothes Mya and Winter into settling down, then walks up to Nita and Patrick, telling them that they must speak about important matters in private. His hazel gazes freezes the Heartleys, but they comply and follow him and Ivanna into the bedroom. Mya wonders what they're discussing, and Winter guesses that it's probably family matters. The next day, Evie complains about Harlow and Ivanna to her parents, and she brings up Harlow's smirk and emphasis on his points.

Opal murmurs that she gets where she's coming from, but she needs to give it time, and Evie exclaims that Harlow is plotting something. Anderson sides with his wife, saying that while they get she doesn't trust Harlow and Ivanna, it isn't that wise to make assumptions about people she just met. Evie suggests that Harlow is planning something malicious, but her mother tells her that she's thinking too far ahead and needs to stop worrying about Mya's grandparents. An hour later, Evie greets Mya in the doorway, becoming dismayed upon seeing that Harlow and Ivanna are there as well, but she hides her feelings from her girlfriend. Mya squeals that her grandparents are giving her a tour of their mansion, and she's invited to come along. Evie's concerns regarding Harlow and Ivanna vanish as her thoughts drift to Mya's affection. Soon, they arrive at the mansion, and Harlow puffs out his chest, proclaiming that the mansion is old, yet perfectly modern, and one of their greatest accomplishments. Ivanna adds that once they see the inside, they'll be amazed, which flatters Mya and not Evie. They are led inside, and Mya is in awe over everything; Harlow calls out that they'll show her all of it. Ivanna asks where she'd like to go first, and she responds with the bottom left, to which Harlow mentions that she means the treasure room. He leads them to a small room, and Evie is unnerved upon seeing the walls are full of guns. Mya asks where he got the weapons, and Harlow reveals that he received them in trades with hunters in the Hollowleaf Forest. He likes guns, especially antique ones, thinking that it adds on to the historical value of the mansion.

He lifts up a glass case, showcasing his signature dagger, adding that it's never been used and only time will tell if it will come in handy. Mya questions where they're going next, and Ivanna says that they'll go to the living room, where they'll relax. Evie attempts to talk about Hollowleaf Mansion's furnishings, but Harlow and Ivanna ignore her, instead enveloped in a conversation with Mya, which frustrates her. Harlow explains that while the living room is small, it is big enough for a family like them, and Mya bounces on the sofa cushions excitedly. Ivanna sits down with Harlow, sharing a kiss with him, and Evie reveals that her favorite movie is *Jaws*. However, the Parkers ignore her again, already in another conversation with their granddaughter, which makes her even more irate. Harlow gets up, wanting to show Mya more of the mansion, and he invites Evie along with them. However, she declines, wishing to avoid him and Ivanna. Once they return, Mya tells Harlow and Ivanna of her adventures with Evie, and the latter tries to chime in, but her girlfriend cuts her off. Harlow and Ivanna clap, and with pride shining in his eyes, Harlow thinks that there must be more. Evie is about to mention how she fell for her, but Ivanna cuts her off, harsly retorting that they don't need interruptions. Evie shoots her a withering glare, refusing to follow her and Harlow around like a lost puppy, noting that they have Mya spellbound and are more suspicious than anything. Two days later, Evie expresses her suspicions regarding Harlow and Ivanna to Winter, Amira, and Daniela, stating that they're no good, only care for Mya, and that they need to be stopped. Winter says that they're nice people, Amira believes that she's jumping to things, and Daniela is the most confused out of the girls, not even knowing who Harlow and Ivanna are.

Winter apologizes for not telling her sooner, whispering in her ear, and she murmurs that Mya has grandparents. Evie snaps that they're a bad influence on Mya, and if they don't get her away from them, something bad will happen. She explains when she first met Harlow and Ivanna, they were friendly, but Harlow started talking about concerning things and smirked like a villain. Daniela points out that he could have just been feeling mischievous, but Evie adds that at the mansion, it became more and more apparent Harlow and Ivanna only saw Mya and not her. Amira reminds her that Mya is their granddaughter, and therefore, she gets more attention. Evie growls that Harlow has an entire room full of weapons and a dagger, thinking that's telling something about him, though Winter believes he's just an enthusiast and wouldn't let Mya get hurt. Frustrated that no one is listening, Evie recalls every moment in which Harlow and Ivanna ignored her, and Winter understands that she's worried, but she states that she only just met Mya's grandparents and needs to give them time. She even suggests that she could be just jealous because of how they've made Mya over the moon, but Evie quickly denies this, spitting that this is an issue where Harlow and Ivana might be brainwashing Mya. Amira agrees that she isn't jealous, but she opts to wait for more information on Harlow and Ivanna, saying that she will be on her side if things get suspicious. Daniela admits that Harlow and Ivanna don't have makings of villains to her, and she takes Amira's side, making Evie give up.

Suddenly, Winter gets a text from her parents, who reveal that Mya has gone missing, and she rushes home. Evie shakily recalls Mya being kidnapped by a man, and Amira and Daniela both fear Harlow and Ivanna have taken her. At home, Winter texts Mya, and Mya reveals that she's been spending all of her time with Harlow and Ivanna, bidding farewell, as they are about to tell her a story. At once, regret fills Winter; she remembers Mya had been talking nonstop about her grandparents before and how entertaining they were - making it all but clear she is obsessed with them - and proving that Evie was right all along. Knowing she is so enamored to the point where she's stopping caring about her home life, Patrick shakes, asking if she's really with them, which Winter confirms. She concludes that due to Mya's obsession, she's chosen to spend less time with them, but she knows how to fix this - going to Hollowleaf Mansion. Despite their reluctance, her parents agree. Upon arriving, Winter calls out for her adopted grandparents, and Ivanna greets her at the door. When asked where Mya is, she guides her to the treasury, where she is with Harlow (even being intrigued about his dagger). Alarmed, Winter speeds there and kicks the door wide open, startling both Harlow and Mya. Harlow greets her using her full name, rubbing her chin, and Mya asks why she's here. Harlow glances at Mya warmly, and Winter grits her teeth, knowing he's acting off. Mya plainly replies that she's fine, and her monotone self shocks Winter, who begins to see Harlow and Ivanna's bad influence on her. She awkwardly inquires if there is a place where they can speak privately, and Harlow guides them to the guest room upstairs. Winter yanks Mya there by her wrist, throwing her into the room roughly, and she snaps that her obsession with her grandparents is leading her into trouble.

Mya denies any trouble she has caused, saying that Harlow and Ivanna are keeping her company, even giving her a room here at the mansion. Winter retorts that she need to stop spending time with the Parkers and go back to being with her family, but Mya assures her that Harlow and Ivanna have handled everything, in addition to telling her many amazing things, which only angers her adopted sister further. Mya babbles that she should see how cool they are, recalling how they saved a local business from bankruptcy, how Ivanna adopted out all of The Haven, believing Daniela would be jealous. Suddenly, Winter screams at her to shut up, and in shock, Mya falls onto the ground. Softening, she tells her that she knows she loves Harlow and Ivanna, and that they're great grandparents, but her devoting her time to them has been hurting her other family members. She urges her to change her schedule so she can spend time with them and the Parkers equally, and Mya agrees, apologizing for upsetting her. With the disagreement settled, Winter says that they can go home, but Mya reveals that Harlow and Ivanna wanted to show her something and begs to stay with them for one more night, which Winter reluctantly allows. She grins, but knows the Parkers aren't to be trusted. A few hours later, Winter explains to the other girls that Mya is staying one more night with her grandparents, but Harlow and Ivanna are a bad influence, and she apologizes to Evie for doubting her. Evie accepts, declaring that Harlow and Ivanna are a threat, and something bad will happen if they don't keep Mya away from them. Amira adds that the Parkers are feeding her tales of grandeur, pledging to help. Daniela confesses that she still thinks Harlow and Ivanna aren't villains, but the way Mya is acting isn't normal, and she promises to help the other girls.

That night, Harlow and Ivanna lead Mya into Hollowleaf Forest, gripping her hands as they lead her to a sacred place. She asks if they're almost there, and Harlow murmurs that they're getting close, wanting to show her this place in all of its beauty. Ivanna covers her eyes, instructing her not to peek until they tell her to. A second later, Harlow commands Ivanna to show Mya now, and Mya finds herself in front of a pristine pond, mystified by it. Harlow explains that this is the Pond of Ori, and they found it many years ago, having worked since then to protect its beauty. Mya thanks them for showing them this, and Ivanna mentions that it's very sacred. Harlow kneels down next to his granddaughter, urging her to savor this moment, revealing that they have huge plans for her. She will help them achieve what they have long sought for, as she is the chosen one, and when she comes to this pond to reflect, she must think of the role she holds in the family. Mya is dumbfounded at what Harlow has just told her, questioning what plans and what role he is taking about, and he reassures her that these answers will come soon. He then states that they should be heading back, winking at Ivanna, who smirks back at him. The two share a kiss, which turns into a makeout session, and they begin to walk home. Mya stays behind, staring at her reflection in the Pond of Ori, and wondering if she's really the chosen one. She realizes that Harlow wouldn't have told her that she was chosen randomly, but she was chosen because she has a purpose to fulfill. Mya vows to prove herself to Harlow and Ivanna, no matter how hard things get, and nothing will get in her way.

#### *Rising Tensions*

"*I apologize for any harm it seems that me and Iv had caused. But don't spread lies about us behind our backs, girls. A lie can turn into a great big thing, and that great thing can become something more, something* dark *and* putrid*. Tell lies like these, and you'll* regret it*.*"
—Harlow lecturing the other girls on lying

Evie, despite her fears and other reservations, confesses to Mya that she doesn't like Harlow and Ivanna. While Mya doesn't believe her at first, she outright says that she hates them, much to her dismay. Evie adds that they rub her the wrong way, but Mya asks her why she hates them when they are good people. She admits that she's seen things Mya hasn't seen, mentioning Harlow's smirk and that they also ignored her on purpose in favor of her. Mya is irritated by her remarks, knowing that as their granddaughter, she is bound to get more attention, refusing to believe they're malicious. Enraged, she snarls that both the Parkers are innocent, and when Evie tries to say they are brainwashing her, Mya vehemently denies it. She retorts ther Harlow and Ivanna are a bad influence and that her obsession will lead to trouble, but Mya calls her jealous and storms off. Later, she vents about Evie in her bedroom at Hollowleaf Mansion, and Ivanna enters, worried. Once she has calmed down, Mya reveals that Evie hates her and Harlow and thinks they're a bad influence, and raising an eyebrow, Ivanna questions if Evie is wary of strangers. Her granddaughter confirms this, and she advises her to give her time. Mya mutters that she better, almost mentioning something before cutting herself off, and she tells Ivanna to forget it. She wishes to be alone, and Ivanna leaves the room, hearing her yelling again. Sighing, she heads to the kitchen and reports to Harlow, murmuring that she won't stop complaining until sunset. Harlow decides to take a small measure and mixes "sugar" into a glass of water, instructing her to give it to Mya.

After Mya is knocked out, Ivanna reports to Harlow. Satisfied, Harlow mentions their plans for retribution, and Ivanna adds that they must fulfill their promise to Nita and Patrick from years back. He grins wickedly, remarking that there will be nothing left for the Heartleys, and Ivanna distracts him, wanting some "fun." The two kiss, and still kissing, they head to their bedroom. Hours later, Winter worries about Mya spending too much time with Harlow and Ivanna, afraid of leaving her on her own with them. Suddenly, Mya returns, sluggish. She explains that she had a long day with her grandparents, but Winter knows there's something more and says that she better not cover it up. Mya then reveals that Evie hates the Parkers, expressing how she's jealous, and Winter is quick to correct her, knowing she just doesn't like them. Mya snaps that she thinks she's being brainwashed when Harlow and Ivanna are loving and kind, and Winter sighs, realizing telling her that she doesn't like the Parkers either is a bad idea. She soothes Mya, and they head into their bedroom, where Winter questions why she's tired. Mya responds that she took a glass of water from Ivanna, adding that there were white particles. This horrifies Winter, and she realizes that her sister has been drugged, either by Harlow or by Ivanna. She exclaims that she was drugged, but Mya denies this, calling the claim ridiculous and noting that she would never be taken advantage of like that. Once again, Winter soothes her, and helps her fall asleep.

Afterwards, she rushes to Daniela's place, informing her that something isn't right with Harlow and Ivanna, shocking her and baffling Rex. Daniela asks what they did, and Winter informs her that they've drugged Mya, much to her ire. At Pinelake Park, Winter breaks the news to Evie and Amira, and Evie is horrified, rapidly asking if she is alright. She reports that Mya is fine, but they have an issue - she is in denial that one of her grandparents drugged her - and she thinks it's from their influence on her. Daniela adds that she doesn't care if Harlow or Ivanna did the drugging, but one of them wanted her out on purpose no matter what. Amira pleads that they must do something immediately, commenting that Mya will follow Harlow and Ivanna off a cliff willingly, fearing that they'll manipulate her. Later, Winter and Evie inform the Heartleys that Harlow and Ivanna drugged Mya, and hiding his deep worry, Patrick recalls his parents' threat from eleven years ago, which is on its way to becoming true. Nita attempts to say something, but Patrick silences her, not wanting her to freak out Evie and Winter. He apologizes, but says that they can't do anything, as Mya will still see Harlow and Ivanna regardless. Evie inquires as to where Mya is picked up by her grandparents, and Nita blankly replies with Pinelake Park. Formulating a plan, Evie instructs the Heartleys to let Mya go freely and to act like they don't have a strained relationship with Harlow and Ivanna. Then, the girls will ambush her at the park and prove to her that the Parkers are no good. Winter and her adoptive parents agree to the plan, and Evie declares that they're going to shut Harlow and Ivanna's party down.

The next day, Mya prepares for another day with Harlow and Ivanna, noting that they will tell her about Elloise and Luca. Her parents fondly wish her off, kicking off the first stage of the plan, and the other girls wait under the slide for Mya at the park. Once she arrives, Evie asks what she's doing here, to which she responds that Harlow and Ivanna are going to pick her up. With one eyebrow raised, Evie "corrects" her by saying that her grandparents drugged her and brainwashed her with stories, appalling Mya. Evie makes it clear that the Parkers have drugged her, suggesting that the "stories" they've told are no more than tall tales. Mya snaps that her grandparents aren't villains, but Amira joins in, warning her that Harlow and Ivanna will start to manipulate and gaslight her. Mya denies this, thinking she's insane, and she tries to get away, but bumps into Daniela. Daniela hisses that they're here to get her away from Harlow and Ivanna, but Mya doesn't care and tries to get away. However, Daniela blocks her path, spitting that there are so many red flags with her grandparents, and it's alarming that she isn't seeing them at all. Their influence is letting her believe she is living in a safe and normal environment, and she's letting something dark control her actions. Mya angrily rebukes her for suggesting she'll turn evil, and she goes to Winter, expecting her to prove that Harlow and Ivanna are good people. Her hopes are crushed when Winter mutters that she hates Harlow and Ivanna just as much as Evie does, explaining that while she was with her at first, Evie told her what she saw. That, combined with her absences, prove that Harlow and Ivanna aren't good on her.

Mya realizes that she has no supporters, all because the girls believe Harlow and Ivanna are evil, and she singles out Evie. She blames her for informing the girls of this "nonsense," then accuses Winter of revealing that she got drugged. In desperation, Evie says that that wasn't their intention, reminding her that she knows what it's like to be brainwashed, but Mya retorts that Opal isn't the same as Harlow and Ivanna. Amira warns her that the Parkers will pressure her into doing things she shouldn't do, and will take advantage of her, eventually leading to her being backstabbed. Daniela notes that Harlow and Ivanna's hold on Mya sickens her, and she growls that she'll become a villain. Enraged, Mya pins her to the ground, and a female voice questions what is going on. Looking up, Mya finds Harlow and Ivanna, and she embraces them warmly. Harlow asks about what's going on, and noticing Amira and Daniela, Ivanna questions who they are. Harlow whispers that he knows something is going on, needing more clarity, and Mya exclaims that the girls hate them. Harlow puts a hand on his mouth, while Ivanna is straight-up irritated. Amira demands for them to quit hiding their colors, but Harlow calmly replies that what they're showing right now is their true selves. Winter and Evie demand that Ivanna confesses she drugged Mya, and Harlow steps toward them, making effortless movement. He murmurs that there has been a misunderstanding, but promises that there's nothing to be worried. He shares his like of humor, asking if Mya is humorous, which Evie awkwardly confirms.

Harlow remarks that she gets that from him, as she's the sweetest and laughs at everything, telling her to be lucky that she loves her, much to her annoyance. Harlow then lays his eyes on Daniela, and moves up right against her, asking who she is with a huge grin on his face. Mya mutters that she's Daniela, and he slides his fingers down his hips, questioning what led to Mya pouncing on her. Daniela is too awkward to respond, feeling embarrassed, and she wishes for Mya to pull Harlow away, as adult men make her very uncomfortable. Harlow whispers that she doesn't need to hide, almost touching her face, and Daniela finds herself unable to back up. Amira growls at him to get away, but Harlow doesn't listen to her, and Winter briefly flashes her knife. Harlow urges Daniela to relax, saying that he's a "special friend," and he rubs her chin. He moves up to the corner of her mouth, attempting to hook his finger in one of her dimples, and she finally swats his hand away. She warns him to back off, reminding him to respect her boundaries. Backing away, Harlow sighs, apologizing for any issue he and Ivanna have caused. However, he strictly lectures the girls on telling lies, stating that one lie can become dark and putrid. Ivanna adds that they must get going, and they drive off with Mya in tow. Worried, Evie wonders what they'll do now that Harlow and Ivanna aren't foiled, and Daniela murmurs that war will come if they don't get Mya away from her grandparents.

#### *The Dinner Party*

"*Oh, Dani... How foolish could you be to come here, knowing the way I feel about you?" [...] "You've made me realize that I've been having* cravings*. I've been wanting to do something I* shouldn't *do, and you were the perfect victim. Seemingly strong, but I know you well.*"
—Harlow lusting for Daniela

Mya laments over her fight with the other girls regarding her grandparents. Harlow joins her side, asking if she's alright, and she expresses her discontent over the fight with the girls, to which he responds that it seems like a conundrum. He reassures her that they'll fix this quickly, and glancing at the dining room, Harlow gets an idea. With a smirk on his face, he calls Ivanna to him, telling her to go to the store, as they're holding a dinner party. Mya becomes excited, and Harlow says that the idea is splendid, thinking this "feast" will be grand. Chuckling, he allows Mya to help write the invites, and they head to the living room. Harlow briefly turns back to Ivanna, murmuring that this will be more than any other dinner party. Later, all of the girls each get invites from Harlow and Ivanna, and while each are skeptical, they agree to go on their own terms or on encouragement from their guardians. Daniela is especially shocked and instantly passes, noting how she hasn't told her mother about Harlow advancing on her. However, when Rex is confused, Daniela decides to go anyway, believing he won't try to touch her again. The next night, Harlow tightens Mya's bow on her vest, complementing her for being stunning. He then kneels down next to her, a more serious gaze in his hazel eyes, and he tells her to not engage in petty squabbles like she did prior, as it is in a Heartley's "code" to show kindness. Mya nods, and sensing that something is troubling her, Harlow asks what it is. She reveals that she misses Evie, but wants to prove she isn't being brainwashed. Harlow knows how to help and encourages her to be daring and to push her boundaries, even suggesting for her to dance with her girlfriend. Mya agrees, promising to uphold the family honor, and Harlow praises her, telling her to get going and to remember to push her boundaries.

When the girls walk into the mansion, Harlow greets them, informing them that dinner is being prepared right now and that they can sit anywhere they like. He locks stares with Daniela, and she looks away awkwardly. Once the girls sit down, he appears from the kitchen, wanting a helper. Amira offers to help, but laying his eyes on Daniela, Harlow summons her instead, calling her darling, much to her disgust. Knowing he won't let her say no, she follows him, and he assigns her to get basil from the fridge, his head tilted to the side. Baffled, Daniela obliges, but not before feeling someone brush her backside. While she briefly thinks it was Harlow, she finds him at Ivanna's side and shrugs it off, knowing he wouldn't touch her without consent again. She gives the basil to Ivanna, who thanks her, and Daniela questions if the pizza is for them. Ivanna replies that it's for Mya only, which infuriates Daniela, and she inquires about food for them. Harlow guides her by the shoulder, showing her the less-than-ideal food for the other girls, and Daniela wishes to spit at this face. She asks if he and Ivanna even bothered checking with the girls first, but Harlow smoothly tells her to simmer down, backing her into the fridge. Alarmed, Daniela silently pleads with Ivanna to take Harlow away, and she lightly chastises him, urging him to give her breathing room. Harlow complies, and while the two kiss, Daniela escapes the kitchen.Evie tries to text her parents, but Mya tells her that Harlow and Ivanna will view that as disrespectful, much to her frustration. At that moment, Harlow prances out, remarking that dinner is served. Ivanna serves Mya her pizza, while Harlow goes back into the kitchen and gives Daniela a bowl of angel hair. After Ivanna serves Winter and Amira, Harlow hands Evie a grilled cheese sandwich, irritating her, and she asks if she gets anything more, which he denies.

When Amira chokes on a meatball that wasn't supposed to be in her spaghetti, Winter glances at Harlow and Ivanna, though neither of them betray anything. She then discovers that her steak is undercooked, wanting to scream at the Parkers for their poor cooking, but she doesn't for Mya's sake. Once Daniela finishes her food, she sees Harlow fixiated on nothing ahead. She glances down, only to suddenly find his hand making its way to her thigh. Quickly, she swats it away, glaring at him, but he merely shrugs and stares at a picture frame. Five minutes later, Ivanna concludes that the girls aren't that hungry and takes their dishes back into the kitchen, with Harlow following. Ivanna returns with the cake, and Daniela refuses to eat her slice, handing it to Harlow, who eats it instead. Evie apologizes and motions for her friends to get going, bidding the Parkers farewell, but Harlow scoffs at that notion, wanting them to see the true spectacle of the night. He locks the doors, and Daniela confides in Amira, saying that Harlow terrifies her. The lights in the mansion dim, and Ivanna announces something special, mentioning Mya's name. Mya appears, followed by Harlow, and she invites Evie to dance with her. This makes Evie sick, as she knows Harlow encouraged Mya to make her dance despite the fact that she has hated dancing (with Mya even knowing this for years). Reluctantly, she moves up to Mya, wondering why she is even listening to her grandfather. Mya tells Harlow to hit it, but he accidentally plays *Heart Afire*, the wrong song. Slightly annoyed, Mya corrects him, and he plays the actual song - *Te Amo*. As they dance, both Harlow and Ivanna cheer for Mya.

When the dance concludes, Harlow praises Mya. However, things go awry when Evie reveals how humiliated she is to Mya, snapping that her grandfather told her to be bold enough to embarrass her. Mya apologizes, admitting that she wanted to prove her grandparents were great, but Evie is too upset, hitting her on the face and shocking her grandparents and friends. She runs off in tears, and Harlow and Ivanna flank Mya. Awkward, Daniela asks where the bathroom is so she can wash her face, and Harlow says that it's up the left stairwell. Nodding, she heads up, and Harlow follows her. While Daniela tries to find the bathroom, a hand suddenly flies over her face, and she struggles to break loose. Her captor throws her into the bathroom, and much to her horror, she finds Harlow in front of her, a strong look of lust on his face. She tells him to back up, but he refuses, not wishing to leave someone as beautiful as she is. She repeats herself, but he doesn't listen, and grabs her wrist, splaying her arms out against the wall. He laughs wickedly, licking his lips and taunting Daniela, calling her foolish for coming to Hollowleaf Mansion. Harlow adds that he's been having cravings, wanting to do something he shouldn't around her - as she is the perfect victim. He knows she fears adult men and when they get close to her, but he's different, and all Harlow wants of her is her obedience. Harlow's tone becomes softer, and he promises that what he'll do won't hurt one bit, but Daniela cries out that this is wrong, pointing out that this will send him to jail.

For a final time, she pleads with him not to violate her consent, as she will not give in to him. Harlow retorts that consent doesn't exist in his universe, which gives him the power to do whatever he wants. Suddenly, he moves forward, attempting to kiss Daniela on her neck. She swerves away in time, and Harlow murmurs that if she won't play fair, he'll get what he wants another way. He paralyzes Daniela with his hazel gaze, and using one of his hands, he pushes her face against the wall, preventing her from screaming. Then, using his other hand, he feels her waistline and reaches under her undershirt, crawling up her waistline. After falling into a memory of her being violated, Daniela vows to not let Harlow do the same to her, and she growls that he's underestimated her. With a roar, she slams into him, causing him to fall to the ground. He tries to grab her bow, but Daniela dodges and deeply scratches him across the eye with her fingernails. Harlow curls over in pain, blood staining the ground, and Daniela makes a break for it. She overhears Amira and Winter talking about the night, and Amira says that Harlow and Ivanna can screw off, flashing her middle finger. Suddenly, Daniela barges in, struggling to breathe as she recalls Harlow's attack. Winter and Amira settle her, and Evie joins it. With the help of her friends, Daniela confesses through tears that Harlow sexually harassed her, and Amira states that they have to tell Mya, though Daniela is skeptical she'll even believe what Harlow did.

Evie and Amira find Mya, who informs them that Harlow is injured from a scratched eye, and that he is bleeding. The two realize that Daniela clawed him in order to avoid being assaulted, and Evie blurts out that it wasn't a deliberate attack - it was something far more sinister - and Amira reveals that he tried to force himself onto Daniela. Mya doesn't believe it, and Evie spits that she scratched Harlow's eye because he was sexually harassing her, mentioning that he has been praying on her since the day at the park and took advantage of her insecurity. Mya snaps that it's nonsense, calling Harlow kind, but Amira doesn't allow her to leave. Evie continues, stating that Harlow tried to kiss Daniela and then touched her under her blazer. When Mya still doesn't believe it's true, Winter appears with Daniela, and both confirm that it is. Daniela says that she didn't want to hurt him, and Winter adds that she needs to break things off with Harlow and Ivanna. Before she can react, Ivanna demands for Daniela, snarling that she scarred her husband. She and Harlow walk down the stairs, and Harlow is hunched over in pain, covering his left eye. He accuses Daniela of clawing his eye, and Evie hisses that Daniela isn't a liar, but he is. He retorts that he's "apparently" the bad guy for being ambushed by a marauder, and he takes away his hand from his face, revealing his bloody, mutiliated blind eye. Mya apologizes, hugging Harlow and hoping that he'll be okay, though Ivanna is uncertain.

Infuriated, Mya dashes up to Daniela, calling her rotten for scarring Harlow's eye. She pleads that she never wanted to hurt him, but had no choice, only angering Mya even more. Winter tears her away from Daniela, affirming that her friend is telling the truth and that she should have seen Harlow follow Daniela up the stairs. She screams that he didn't follow her, shocking Winter, and she falls onto the floor. Deciding to sort this out the hard way, she draws an imaginary line on the ground, telling those who side with her grandparents to join her, and those who side with Daniela to join her instead. Winter hesitates, recalling what Harlow did to Daniela, but she eventually joins her side, citing Mya falling to Harlow and Ivanna's darkness. This leaves Evie as the only person on the boundary line, and she notes that Harlow is a monster for trying to assault Daniela. Eventually, she takes the side of her friends, and Harlow growls that it's settled. He orders them all to get lost, vowing to never forget this day and to make them pay, but Ivanna silences him and urges him to just let the girls go. He unlocks the door, and once they are out, locks it. He mutters that they've made too many mistakes, and Mya is still in disbelief Evie and Winter chose Daniela over him. Harlow responds that they're foolish, and he tells her that it's time to deal with the elephants in the room. That night, Daniela finally manages to confess, albeit reluctantly and tearfully, that Harlow sexually harassed her to Rex. Rex is proud of her for her admission and ultimately ends up calling the police on Harlow. Winter also informs her parents of what Harlow has done, which mortifies them. Patrick murmurs that they must get Mya away from her grandparents, but too late, they discover that she has blocked them.

#### *The Divide Between Us*

"*With great power comes very* great *responsibility, Mya." [...] "As you are the one chosen to help us with our grand plans, you* must *make sure that you are the one having control and power. No one else.*"
—Harlow to Mya

Harlow lectures Mya on power and responsibility, stating that she must keep her power under control, and she nods in understanding. He picks up a bell off the table, informing her that if she mismanages her power, he'll ring this - which will effectively silence her. While Mya is baffled about a bell dictating her actions, she doesn't question it further, allowing Harlow to continue his lesson. He assures her that he and Ivanna know what they are doing with her, asking if their modifications to her time have made her happier, which Mya confirms. Harlow is about to say that it makes her a true Heartley, but the doorbell rings, and he answers, finding police officers outside the door. One of the officers says that they received reports he committed a sexual act on a child, and Mya realizes that the families of the girls told the cops about Harlow. Harlow calmly replies that he wouldn't perform anything like that, and Ivanna backs him up, affirming that he wouldn't hurt a child. Mya tries to add the events of the dinner party, but Harlow silences her with the bell, lying that the fiasco at the party was resolved without revealing the full story. His hazel gaze stops the officers from probing further, and they bid him farewell. Harlow mutters that they're fools for trying to take him down, but his injured eye begins to pain him, and Ivanna urges him to get it attended to. He refuses, not wanting to lose money, and Mya notes it is likely that he will never see out of his left eye properly again. She blames Daniela for scarring him, remembering how Harlow told her to block all her contacts, but against his orders, she hasn't blocked one - Evie.

The next day, Winter weakly hopes that Harlow and Ivanna are keeping Mya safe, but Nita snaps that they're going to do horrible things to her, as she's seen it herself. Too late, she fails to stop herself, and Winter realizes that her parents have been lying to her. She berates them for withholding information and for failing to protect Mya, and she storms off to her room. After taking a nap, she heads to Evie's place in order to consult her, telling her that her parents knew Harlow and Ivanna were evil from the start. That night, Mya eats dinner with her grandparents, and Harlow doesn't eat his dinner, looking sleepless. Ivanna encourages him to eat, but he bizzarely remarks that he's more focused on retribution. He winces, doubling over in pain, and Ivanna sharply urges him to see a doctor. He retorts that he doesn't need one when there are more serious things he is attending to, and when Mya sides with Ivanna, Harlow silences her using the bell again. She apologizes, and forgetting about his issues for the moment, Harlow advises Mya to use her power to conquer the world, as nothing is stopping her. Mya promises to fulfill her destiny, then heads into her bedroom for the night. She finds that Evie has texted her, and she begins to miss her, recalling being at each other's throats over Harlow and Ivanna. Choosing to disobey Harlow, she talks with her and agrees to meet her tomorrow night at her place.

When Evie and Mya meet up, Mya admits that Harlow doesn't want treatment for his injured eye. Upon seeing Daniela, she snarls that she doesn't belong here, and shaking, Daniela pleads that she didn't mean to hurt Harlow and wouldn't if he hadn't tried to force himself onto her. Mya angrily retorts that Harlow and Ivanna are both innocent, and she begs that Harlow was lying. She doesn't listen to Daniela, and Mya begins to chew out Evie for getting in her way. Evie stammers that she only wanted to help her, but more furious, Mya comments that she had this coming with the way she treated her grandparents. Just a short time later, Winter notes that she lied to her parents about spending the night with Amira, calling them liars just as much as Harlow and Ivanna are. Amira reassures her that it's Mya's fault she chose Harlow and Ivanna over the rest of the girls, but Winter screams that she's lost her sister and can't do anything about it. Meanwhile, Evie cries that Mya left them for Harlow and Ivanna, and Daniela soothes her to the best of her ability. Later that night, Evie walks to Pinelake Park, and she questions why she can't stop thinking about Mya knowing she has betrayed them for her grandparents. Slowly, Evie realizes that Mya meant everything she told her was true - she really hates her for how she views her grandparents and for defending Daniela over Harlow.

#### *Rise to Power*

"*I beg to differ, Mya. These are* house guests*. Why don't we enlighten them and* hear *what they have to say?*"
—Harlow persuading Mya to speak with Evie and Winter

Two weeks after Mya's betrayal, Daniela notes that Winter still despises her parents for lying about Harlow and Ivanna's true nature. When Evie arrives and starts formulating a plan to speak with Mya, Winter reminds her that Harlow and Ivanna need to be dealt with as well - they're a modern day Bonnie and Clyde, possess numerous weapons, and could traumatize an entire generation if not stepped. Thrown off course, Evie rethinks her plan and comes up with a two-sided diversion: while she and Winter talk with Mya directly at Hollowleaf Mansion, Amira and Daniela will sneak in and gather evidence to incriminate the Parkers. Winter and Amira are in agreement with the plan, but Daniela is not, and she stammers that she can't be back around Harlow, not after he lusted for her and almost managed to sexually assault her. Evie, internally chastising herself for not considering that beforehand, allows Daniela to skip the mission and apologizes. The next morning, Rex agrees with Daniela's decision, not wanting her to be in contact with Harlow again. As she reflects on her sofa, Daniela worries for Amira, fearing that the Parkers will capture her and torment her, leading to an all-out fiasco. Changing her mind, she declares that she has to go back to Hollowleaf Mansion, dumbfounding Rex, who is quick to point out that Harlow forced himself onto her. Daniela retorts that she knows the dangers of being around him; he has lust and tricks up his sleeve, but that won't stop her from abandoning her friends.

Five hours later, Daniela meets up with the rest of the girls before they leave, saying that while she is still visibly disgusted by Harlow and doesn't want to be around him, she isn't going to let her friends do this mission without her. Upon arriving at Hollowleaf Mansion and heading inside, Evie and Winter confront the "new" Mya. Winter hisses that they have a right to speak to her, as they are her family, but Mya scoffs that Harlow and Ivanna are her true family. She attempts to send the two out, but Harlow interrupts her by ringing his bell, revealing the presence of him and Ivanna; they eye Evie and Winter with snake-like stares. Unlike his granddaughter, Harlow believes that Mya should actually hear Evie and Winter out because they are "house guests." She tries to protest, but Ivanna chastises her, reminding her to always respect her guests' wishes. Giving a curt nod, Mya agrees to discussions with Evie and Winter in the game room, and Harlow likes her choice, offering to come with them - but take no part in the deliberations himself. Evie is secretly pleased that he is complying with them, disgusted and not wishing to deal with his "bullcrap." In the game room, Harlow sits in an armchair, encouraging them to speak and unfurling a newspaper to read. During the confrontation, Winter reveals to Mya that their parents lied to them about Harlow and Ivanna being pure evil and did nothing to save her from them.

Harlow looks at the scene briefly, but he doesn't bother and goes back to reading his newspaper. While searching the left corridor upstairs, Daniela faces the bathroom and relives the memory of Harlow pinning her hands against the wall, lustfully urging her to give herself up to him. Amira places her hand on her shoulder, momentarily startling her, but she reassures her that Harlow isn't around and won't harm her - not when she has her. The two then face the sole door they haven't checked, which is locked, and Daniela suspects that the Parkers are hiding something behind it. Amira, using an uncurled paper clip and claiming that Harlow and Ivanna have their "enter ticket," cracks the lock, and she and Daniela head inside. Meanwhile, Winter screeches at Mya that she is the reason why she isn't dead, and Evie notices that Harlow is still reading his newspaper, seemingly not caring about Winter losing her temper. Breaking into Mya's rants about desiring for her family name to be respected, Evie says that it already is, though her girlfriend retorts that scum like her pay no mind - pointing to a frame with her, Harlow, and Ivanna in it. Evie, disgusted, almost wants to walk over to Harlow and vomit on his face. She tries to counter Mya's claim, but the latter begins to seduce her with a proposal of joining her, which intrigues Harlow, and he glances up. Despite him being entertained, this ends when Evie rejects the offer, refusing to end up like Mya.

Inside the secret room, Daniela shakily decodes the message written on the front board, believing that someone betrayed Harlow and Ivanna, which made the Parkers want to get revenge by destroying Pineshadow. She then realizes that the "her" referred to in the message is Mya, and she and Amira figure out that Harlow and Ivanna have known their granddaughter long before she met them. Daniela is still confused by the person they want revenge against, which also baffles Amira, and she questions whom they could hate so deeply - and why they view Mya so importantly. The two go back to searching the room for evidence, and Daniela soon uncovers a paper that warns of the Parkers being "robbed." She admits that she doesn't know what it means, but the mysterious person being referenced made a horrible mistake crossing Harlow and Ivanna. After a few more minutes, the two cannot find any more evidence to prove the Parkers guilty of anything (besides destroying Mya's personality), much to their dismay. However, Daniela uncovers a safe in the wall, and curious, Amira tries to crack it using Harlow and Ivanna's names. When this doesn't work, Daniela deciphers that the lines on a paper she found earlier are the safe's combination in morse code, 9-2-9, and she breaks it open. They find a diary, written by Harlow, which reveals much about him and the Parkers: they desired a "light" that would give them in everything in Pineshadow.

However, foolish people which Harlow calls "old biddies" refused to give him and Ivanna said light, causing them to decide to get it with force. Once they did so, they vowed to put out the "embers in the fire," hinting that those "embers" would suffer the same fate as something unknown. Harlow's handwriting cuts off there, and Amira and Daniela turn to the next page, only to find their potentially damning evidence scratched out and unreadable. In her fury, Amira almost gives away her and Daniela's presence to Ivanna, and while they nearly escape, a misstep on Daniela's part causes the Parker to find them. Amira growls that they found out the truth about her and Harlow and will expose them to Pineshadow, but Ivanna shatters her confidence and slams her against the wall. Struggling to regain herself, Amira stammers that the Parkers are traitors, making Ivanna snarl at her. After Daniela deflects one of her punches, Ivanna realizes that she can do the same damage she did to her husband and gives her and Amira an ultimatum: she can tell Harlow what happened and they live, or they defy her and become prisoners. The two give in, allowing Ivanna to drag them downstairs. Upon arriving, she barks at Harlow, revealing that she found rats in the mansion - Amira and Daniela. Harlow makes a beeline towards Daniela, calling her an insane child who ripped out his eye, seemingly about to attack her. Instead, he states too warmly that they meet again, adding that he's told her not to come back here when she isn't supposed to.

His face forms a predatory smile, and provoked, Daniela threatens to blind him in his other eye should he make another move on her. Harlow dismisses the threat as cute and instead pushes her up against the wall, horrifying Daniela as he whispers that nobody has to find out. Gripping her by the shirt, Harlow pulls her into his chest for the most terrifying hug in her life, grabbing her waistline, and she squirms, struggling to escape his grip. Amira warns him to leave Daniela alone, but Ivanna restrains her, hissing at her to not take another step with extreme malice. However, Winter is not having it and slices into her throat with the pocket knife, freeing her girlfriend. By now, Harlow keeps his hands on Daniela's waistline, beyond petrifying her, and he entices her to come closer to him. Amira screams at him to swallow his sin, kicking him in the pelvis, causing him to stumble back and freeing Daniela in the process. Harlow yowls that they're maniacs, about to say more when Mya quiets everyone. She singles out Evie for causing the drama and attacks her, and while Daniela mentions the proof that the Parkers are criminals, Mya refuses to listen to her. Once she concludes her rant, Mya orders the girls to get out, Harlow and Ivanna flanking her side to prove her point. Later, at the Fleckenshire house, Winter wonders what they'll do now that they're no closer to deposing the Parkers and saving Mya.

#### *Two Lives, Many Horrors*

"*Indeed." [...] "We have started merely phase one of our grand plan. Soon, everyone will* bow down *to us as the greatest, most powerful family in Pineshadow. Bend down to our iron* will*. We will be* superior*!*"
—Harlow to Ivanna and Mya on being superior

The Heartleys note that Harlow and Ivanna have bad motives in mind, proving that they are still the criminals they were eleven years ago. Evie tells them that they need their help in getting Mya rescued and away from the Parkers, and while Amira agrees with her, Winter pays no attention to the conversation, still furious at her parents for lying about Harlow and Ivanna. The Heartley parents, taking the blame for their actions, promise to tell the girls everything they know about the criminal duo. Nita clears her throat, saying that they hid the truth, which was a mistake, but now they will set things right. She and Patrick then launch into their story. Eleven years ago, Nita's parents, Elloise and Luca, died in a fire believed to be arson. The criminal was never discovered, but having suffered from the loss equally, Harlow and Ivanna funded a beautiful funeral for Nita at Rapid Rivers Chapel. Daniela mutters that she never expected Harlow and Ivanna to actually have a heart, to which Nita replies that she's known them since high school - they did like to spoil her from time to time. One month after the death of Elloise and Luca, Harlow and Ivanna came to her and Patrick, demanding for money to fix up Hollowleaf Mansion, as they burnt up much of their supply for the funeral. They were generous and gave them roughly ten thousand dollars, and when Evie expresses her shock at such a sum, Patrick murmurs that the Parkers truly were genuine.

However, on another day, they came back and demanded even more money, but by this point, the Heartleys could give them no more. Furious, the two never accepted that they lost their steady supply of money; Harlow threw a vase at Patrick's eye and then jointly threatened to return for Mya someday before leaving. Meanwhile, at Hollowleaf Mansion, Mya is studying herself in the mirror when Ivanna appears in her doorway, inviting her to come down to the living room for a family meeting. Blowing a kiss to her grandmother in good graces, she heads down to the living room, and Ivanna joins the side of Harlow. He comments that it's great they're all here, declaring that it is time. While he briefly expects Mya to ask a question, she does not, allowing him to proceed. He proclaims that it's time for Pineshadow to know how powerful the family can be, and curious, Mya demands to be enlightened more. Winking at Harlow, Ivanna takes his place and reveals that the citizens of Pineshadow neglected their money needs in dire straits and let them suffer, even pickpocketing them. Harlow grazes his wife's lips, adding that Pineshadow's denizens tried to scar Ivanna and made her think she was going to die for weeks. The two's clear distress fuels Mya's desires for revenge, rage pulsing through her veins. Harlow walks up to her, offering for her to join them on their quest for retribution that day, and she eagerly accepts, elating the Parkers. Ten minutes later, the Parkers and Mya arrive at a peaceful Old Town Pineshadow, delighting Ivanna, who tucks something in her back pockets that Mya can't see. Getting out of the car, Harlow instructs Ivanna and Mya to have a "Girls' Day" while he rides solo.

Ivanna cheers, agreeing to the idea and sweeping Mya close to her side. During Mya and Ivanna's raid on Marley's Sweet Treats, Harlow kicks open the doors to the bank and blazes his old friend and now enemy, Samuel. He demands why he is here, and the Parker, declaring his intent for retribution, pulls a shotgun on Samuel. He taunts that he should have been wiser, to which he begs for the shotgun to be put down, as they are around the presence of children. Disregarding him, Harlow threatens to shoot up his daughter if he isn't allowed to have the money, terrifying him and his daughter. Harlow snarls, threatening to kill his family again, and Samuel gives in, allowing him to take up their money. He then goes into a small farmer's market and shoots the store's owner in the shoulder, causing him to collapse on the ground, bloodied. Walking out, he snickers to himself until he is interrupted by a young teenage boy who warns him to stop, slamming him into the concrete. He snaps that his family is despicable and the police are on their way, but Harlow spits that he's wrong, smashing the boy's nose in with the shotgun. Howling, the boy crawls up as Harlow loads his shotgun, which makes him run away in terror. Seeing the damage from the other side of the street, Harlow then realizes that Mya and Ivanna have done their job. Mya and Ivanna emerge from a completely-destroyed sporting goods store, and holding Mya's hand, Ivanna drags her back to the car. Harlow praises them, stating that they're back now, and Ivanna notes that everyone knows just how far they can go, satisfied. Mya nods, enjoying her new, reckless lifestyle. Harlow then drives her and Ivanna home, escaping the cops by around two minutes.

Back at the Heartley household, Patrick shakily affirms that they had to burn the photo, as Mya could never know about the Parkers for her own safety - with it gone, she grew into the perfect daughter. After Nita shares how Mya saved her from suicide, Evie understands her and affirms that they won't turn their back on her when Harlow and Ivanna want to make Pineshadow bleed. When Amira speaks to Winter in her room, she encourages her to conserve her energy for when they have to face Harlow and Ivanna again. In her apology to her parents, Winter mentions that they have to stop Mya and the Parkers, albeit indirectly. That night, Harlow and Ivanna celebrate their raid on Pineshadow with Mya in the game room, and Mya remarks that they've done brilliant, to which Harlow purrs in agreement, noting that soon, everyone will bow down to them as Pineshadow's greatest family. Beaming, she flicks her cape behind her, asking if her parents will be proud of her. Ivanna regally promises that they will, especially with what is entrusted to her. Drawing Mya closer to her with a hand, she launches into a story, and Harlow watches on with curious eyes. Ivanna says that long ago, Patrick and Nita used to donate large sums of money to the Parkers. However, one day, they abruptly stopped and called them greedy, making Hollowleaf Mansion nearly fall apart. Mya gasps, fury building inside of her, and Ivanna is about to say that it took emergency donations to patch up the mansion when her granddaughter cuts her off. She finds it incredulous that her parents left them in the deep end, deeming them traitors; Ivanna is startled, but lets her rant on, finding this interesting.

Mya hisses that she'll get payback for her parents doing this, and noticing her agitated behavior, Ivanna develops an idea. She suggests that she show Nita and Patrick up, which Harlow quietly agrees with, though Mya is hesitant that it will actually work. Her grandmother then gaslights her into doing it, questioning if she wants Nita and Patrick plotting their next move or payback, blue eyes sparking up flames. She reminds Mya that she is the chosen one and that they can take more control by having more "fun." Mya nods, now understanding, and pleased, Ivanna tells her that she's going to show her parents up by showing how much she "values" them - by taking their money. Mya accepts it, but to the shock of both Parkers, she then destroys Harlow's bell in the fireplace before he can reach it in time. She vaguely warns them to not make her decisions for her, and Harlow and Ivanna realize that she is breaking free of their grasp, dwindling their chances at getting revenge. An hour later, the Parkers drop her off near her house, and using a spare house key given to her by Ivanna, Mya heads inside. After stealing her parents' money, Mya hands the bags to them, and Ivanna praises her while Harlow says that it is a well-achieved feat of hers. As Mya babbles about her experience, Harlow whispers to Ivanna that she's getting out of hand, but soon, they won't need her. Ivanna nods, stating that Nita and Patrick must be disposed of soon, and Harlow omniously whispers that Mya's life will be over soon as well.

#### *Disappearance*

"*We're only going to say it* once *- leave Pineshadow.* Don't *come back. Stay here, and your pretty little* children *die.*"
—Harlow warning Nita and Patrick to leave Pineshadow

Despite Nita and Patrick's fears that Harlow and Ivanna will waste their money, they are more concerned for Winter, who is peacefully sleeping. Just then, someone knocks on the door, and Patrick opens it to find the Parkers, seemingly about to create a storm. He warns them to get out, as they're not welcome, and Nita adds that they borderline traumatized one of her own daughters. Harlow retorts that he and Ivanna haven't even come here for more money, whipping out a pistol and pointing it at Nita, causing her to scream as he almost forces it past her teeth. Harlow and Ivanna, both wielding pistols, back the Heartley parents up against the hallway wall. Pointing her pistol at his temple, Ivanna threatens Patrick - if he doesn't listen to what she and Harlow say, everyone in his family, himself included, will die. He pleads that they can't kill Mya and Winter, and agitated, Harlow strikes Patrick and Nita on their chins. With his voice turning to insidious frost, he orders the two to leave Pineshadow. If the two stay, Mya and Winter will be executed. Patrick, mortified, imagines him and his entire family dying, and Nita whispers to him that they have no choice but to listen. Ivanna snarls at her, slicing open her chin with her pistol and making blood splatter onto the wall. The Heartleys concedes, leaving the Parkers victorious as they settle into their new life. The next morning, when Winter and the girls discuss the mysterious disappearance of the Heartley parents, Evie is quick to suspect Harlow and Ivanna as the culprits behind it - they had a disdain for Nita and Patrick and desire Mya and riches all to themselves.

Grimly, Daniela says that they have to solve the mystery and stop the Parkers as soon as possible, or Pineshadow will be in danger, horrifying Winter. Joining her friend's side, Daniela adds that if Harlow and Ivanna harm someone she loves, she'll hunt them down and make them die an agonizing death. Evie then explains that they must search the house for more evidence while also relaying a message to Mya that her parents are missing. Amira points out that if they go back to Hollowleaf Mansion, Harlow and Ivanna will kick them out and likely kill them afterward, making Evie rethink. However, Daniela offers to speak to Mya at Hollowleaf Mansion by herself, and worried, Winter fears that Harlow will assault her again. Daniela doesn't care, dead set on saving Mya's life, and the girls agree to let her go. When Daniela tells Rex about her plans, she immediately panics at the thought of her going back, reminding her of what Ivanna did to her and Amira and also mentioning Harlow. Shaking her head, Daniela affirms her intentions to go, and Rex finally accepts the plan. As Daniela, now donning a rockstar outfit, walks up to Hollowleaf Mansion, she recalls Harlow touching her, but quickly shakes the memory away. After she intimidates Mya into letting her speak, she tells Harlow and Ivanna that she is here, and the Parkers then appear, giving her polite nods. Daniela follows Mya inside, the two's gazes trailing her curiously. Meanwhile, in the house, Amira deduces that Nita and Patrick got into a bloody confrontation with Harlow and Ivanna, which horrifes Winter, but her girlfriend consoles her.

While searching the coffee table, Evie discovers a letter that appears to be written by Nita and Patrick, baffling the girls. Winter is certain her parents wouldn't run away from a threat like Harlow and Ivanna, and suspicious, she evaluates the letter's handwriting. She realizes that the letter was forged, as the handwriting doesn't match her parents' writing, and knowing it's not Mya's either, Evie concludes that the Parkers wrote it. Amira is lost, noting that it doesn't make sense; Harlow and Ivanna aren't holding Nita and Patrick hostage. Suddenly, a news bulletin flashes on the TV, revealing the Parkers and Mya were the masterminds behind the attacks on Old Town Pineshadow, mortifying all three girls. Back inside of Hollowleaf Mansion, Daniela prepares to speak to Mya without the involvement of the Parkers. During her confrontation with Mya, Daniela reveals that she already knew she, Harlow, and Ivanna were behind the destruction of Old Town Pineshadow, and Mya hisses that it doesn't matter, as they prospered. After Mya realizes her mistakes and regrets her actions when Daniela tells her that her parents are gone, she encourages Daniela to leave the room first. She obliges, but bumps into Harlow and Ivanna, and she asks them to move out of the way. They do so, but suddenly, the two grab her arms and drag her back into the doorway; her fight or flight instinct kicks in, making her retaliate.

However, Daniela is unable to free herself, and Harlow simpers that they meet again - the kitten wanted to play with more of her lives. Disgusted, Daniela growls that if he tries anything more, he'll receive emotional damage. Without warning, she realizes that Mya intended on betraying her to the Parkers all along, which she confirms, snickering that she told her grandparents about her plan from the very start. Refusing to be captured, Daniela knocks Ivanna loose and makes a run foor the door. Despite her efforts, Harlow captures her again, trailing his fingers down her neck and pleasuring himself. He murmurs that she can't fight it around him, and when her shoulders accidentally fall, he praises her for being submissive. Dragging her back, Mya commands him and Ivanna to take her away, and they drag her away. Once Daniela is locked in a spare room, Ivanna informs Mya of her capture and their intent to hold her hostage, and Harlow promises to keep her down sinisterly. Mya mutters that her parents can't be gone, startling him, and he whispers that he should show Daniela how to "cooperate." Remembering that Mya is still in front of him, he orders her to go sleep so they can deal with matters privately, and frowning, she retorts that he can't tell her what she can do. Harlow repeats himself sternly, and angrily, Mya snaps that no one died and made him leader before storming off to her room.

#### *Ultimatum*

"*Mya.* You *have until tomorrow at midnight to eliminate Evie* for good*. Should you choose to back out, me and Ivanna will dispose of her* ourselves*.*"
—Harlow's ultimatum to Mya

After Mya wakes up, she slowly pieces together what happened to her following her spat with Harlow over him ordering her around. Upon finding Ivanna playing the piano, she reveals that it's one of her passions and that Harlow watches her play sometimes. Mya agrees that it's entertaining, questioning if she wants to go downstairs, and agreeing, the two head down. Mya observes something foreign in Ivanna's eyes, wondering if she's hiding the fact that she drugged her. In the living room, Harlow stands near the bookshelf, smirking and hiding something behind his back which Mya can't see, and Ivanna joins his side. Greeting his granddaughter, Harlow reveals that they have reached the final stage of their plan, keeping his hand tucked out of sight from Mya. He adds that they commend her for her resilience and obedience, and Ivanna winks at her, agreeing with her husband. Mya gives thanks, and eager to continue, Harlow remarks that every piece of the puzzle is in place, sans one - one of the girls still poses a threat to their plans with her intellect - and much to Mya's dismay, he names Evie. Harlow, blaming her for causing disruption and disorder with recent events, takes out his dagger from behind his back, shocking Mya. He then gives her a chilling ultimatum - she has until tomorrow night to kill Evie - and if she doesn't, he and Ivanna will dispose of her themselves. Mya, uneasily accepting that her grandparents want her girlfriend dead, takes the dagger and promises to murder Evie.

Harlow praises her, informing her that she can leave and that Ivanna will make breakfast in an hour. Meanwhile, Evie, Winter, and Amira worry for Daniela; Winter starts to believe Harlow has her, but Amira stammers that he can't and that they must hope the Parkers don't commit any monstrosity on her. When Rex barges inside Evie's house and reports that Daniela is missing, Evie reluctantly admits that Harlow and Ivanna must be holding her hostage - they have far too many tricks on their side. Rex panics, wailing that they're going to mess Daniela up, but Opal soothes her and instead offers to make tea. Amira, determined, exclaims that she's going to return to Hollowleaf Mansion in order to free Daniela. Winter adds that she'll go with her, knowing that she'll need backup if they have to fight the Parkers and Mya. Both declare their intent to defeat the Parkers. Back at Hollowleaf Mansion, Mya thinks about her ultimatum and the two lives she is split between. The first life involves betraying Harlow and Ivanna and returning to Evie, starting anew, while the second involves killing Evie and giving herself and the Parkers access to Pineshadow's riches and power. She notes that if she chooses the second life, she'd save Harlow and Ivanna from their current reputation and be a queen. Before she can think more, Harlow orders her to check on Daniela in her prison room, and she obliges. Inside, Daniela unexpectedly blurts out that Harlow has been abusing her sexually, desiring to kiss her and mark her until all her purity and innocence are gone, which Mya might see someday if god knows it.

Mya denies her claim and says it's ridiculous, but Daniela doubles down and snaps at her to stop being dumb - she's just as horrible for letting Harlow torture her when he's been leaving marks and touching her inappropriately all over her face, to which Mya responds that she's merely bluffing, believing that she has always lied about Harlow to cover her own tracks. This causes Daniela to snap, and whipping toward Mya, she screams at her to see for herself. Huffing, she still denies that anything is wrong until she notices the marks and bruises on Daniela's face and neck - realizing that she was right all along - Harlow has been abusing her. Daniela acidicly states that Harlow has a deep lust for her and will just keep harassing her until she gives up her innocence to him. While frazzled, Mya attempts to dismiss the situation as something that doesn't concern her and walks away, but Daniela calls her back, revealing that she overheard Harlow giving his ultimatum this morning, jarring her. Mya, angered, yet also deeply troubled, tries to attack her, but cannot bring herself to and only scolds her before heading out of the room. She sees a portrait of Ivanna's hand on the day she got married to Harlow, and somber, she grips it, imagining that Evie is holding her own hand. That night, Mya awakes after a nightmare and stares at her reflection in the blade of Harlow's dagger, nothing that a cutthroat queen is what the Parkers want her to be. With her grandparents unaware of her sneaking out, Mya roams Hollowleaf Mansion, trying to find solace and put her conflicting emotions to rest. She enters Harlow's study, hallucinating that multiple clones of him surround her and order her to kill Evie.

Gasping, she briefly hides in a closet before going into the wine cellar. In the wine cellar, Mya's loyalties to Harlow and Ivanna rip apart when she remembers her first kiss with Evie, but knowing that her grandparents depend on her, she vows to never let them fall again as long as she is the Queen of Daggers. The next day, Evie bids farewell to Winter and Amira as they head out on their mission to free Daniela from Harlow and Ivanna. On their mission, Winter peers through one of the windows in Hollowleaf Mansion, seeing Harlow talk to Ivanna, a bag around his shoulder. Harlow gives his wife a kiss on the cheek and walk out, and Winter warns Amira, making the two hide behind a bush. He walks past them and around the house, and once he disappears, Amira obeserves Ivanna through the window while Winter catches the door. Inside, Ivanna is looking up at the ceiling; her head jerks in the direction of upstairs, seemingly being summoned by Mya, and she walks away. With the coast clear, Winter and Amira enter Hollowleaf Mansion, and staying clear of Ivanna and Mya, the two check the doors on the bottom left side of the mansion. During their confrontation with Ivanna, Amira and Winter both say that they know the truth about the Parkers - they just like to destroy families, caused the disappearance of Mya's parents, and are gluttonous psychopaths. However, Ivanna vows to make the two of them pay, even if Harlow is gardening at the moment.

#### *Warbringer*

"*Oh, Mya. You* fell *for every damn lie* we *fed you. You were* never *royalty! You were* never *a chosen one! You **were never supposed** to be the most powerful queen in Pineshadow's history.* This *is what happens when you live a* lie *and let your fickle heart dictate your actions. Just look at where that's landed you now...*"
—Harlow tormenting Mya

Harlow and Ivanna reveal their presence to Evie, who has just been ambushed by Mya. Harlow praises her, noting that their plan is almost finished, and with dread, Evie realizes that the Parkers masterminded this ambush and had their granddaughter do their dirty work. She questions if they want her dead, and snickering, Harlow murmurs that she should have never underestimated them. Focusing on Mya, he orders her to finish it, and Evie pleads that she can't kill her; she still has a heart. Ignoring her, Mya nods at her grandfather and raises the dagger up with both hands, telling Evie that they both know how this goes - she put her nose in places where it shouldn't have been, meddling with their plans even though she told her that they needed to be apart. However, she never learned her lesson, and it's time for her to pay for her mistakes. Before she can murder her, Evie reveals that she still loves her, which shocks Mya and makes her realize that she has gone too far. In tears, she refuses to go through with her deed, much to the ire of both Parkers, who then slink back into the shadows. Evie and Mya happily reunite with each other and prepare to find the other girls and get out. However, a voice warns that they aren't going anywhere - Harlow. Mya freezes in terror, unable to say a word. Without warning, Harlow swings his dagger at his granddaughter and stabs her in the back, making her let out a blood-curdling scream. She collapses on the ground, grunting in pain, blood staining her backside. Evie screeches her name and falls to her side, pleading for her to get up.

Ivanna taunts her granddaughter by stating that it's a shame she thought she could get out of this in one piece, noting that betrayal comes with a heavy price in the family. As Evie tries to help her to her feet, Ivanna confesses to Mya that she became too wild to control, remarking that greed destroyed her loyalties and that it was time she was disposed of. Harlow growls that it's game over, but refusing to be put down, Mya wipes away her tears and retorts that they're going to have to fight her first. However, Ivanna quickly overpowers her, as she slams her into the ground, sending her vision spiraling. Evie calls out her name again, fury building, and blood leaks out of Mya's mouth from a cut on her tongue. Harlow mutters that she's done, ordering Ivanna to take Mya back to Hollowleaf Mansion, and she drags her semi-unconscious granddaughter away. Made stark-raving mad, Evie cries out in rage and kicks Harlow's dagger away from him, sending it flying into the woods nearby. Harlow, hissing that she's insolent, attempts to strike her with her arm. Evie dodges, then flips up into the air, pinning him on the ground with her weight. She snaps that she doesn't care how many times she'll fight him, but he will be dead for what he's done to Mya. Harlow retorts that she shouldn't believe that, as he can kill her right now, and she snarls that she kicked his dagger away and disarmed him. Harlow tells her that he's already thought twice, surging upward and slamming Evie into the ground, squeezing her throat. Slowly, everything blurs in her vision until she is completely knocked out, where she is then picked up by Harlow. When Evie wakes up, she finds herself in a different room, relieved to see that she isn't critically injured.

Her annoyance about being in a wine cellar quickly turns into fear once she remembers what just happened with Mya and the Parkers, and with time ticking away to stop Harlow and Ivanna's destruction, Evie resolves to find a way out. Despite her efforts, she can't escape and prays that Mya is rescued - and that the Parkers are stopped and pay for their actions. Suddenly, Daniela busts the door to the wine cellar down and warns her to be quiet so Harlow and Ivanna don't detect them, pulling herself and Evie into a nook. Evie asks if she's alright - she never returned from her trip. Sighing and taking her hand, Daniela reveals that she almost convinced Mya to change sides, but she betrayed her last minute, having lied to her about wanting to defect all along. Since then, Harlow and Ivanna have held her prisoner and wouldn't let her leave her prison room until she escaped. Evie inquires about the whereabouts of Winter and Amira, and wincing, Daniela mentions that they're prisoners, but she doesn't know where; she only knows that Amira got thrown down the stairs by Ivanna, making Winter scream. Her friend is horrified, and she comments that Ivanna is a sneaky fox for using Amira's trauma as a means to stop Winter from killing her. Evie, sick, calls Ivanna a psychopath and despicable for her actions, and switching the topic, Daniela asks how she got trapped in the wine cellar. Her eyes go wide, recalling the sickening events she saw in Hollowleaf Forest, and Daniela takes up her hands, encouraging her to stay strong. Evie, nodding gratefully, explains that Mya sent her a genuine letter expressing her intentions for them to meet in Hollowleaf Forest.

Once they met up, they walked in the forest and admired the starlight, with Evie believing that Mya had reformed for good. This quickly was disproven, as Mya pinned her and pulled a dagger on her, revealing her intentions to murder her. Harlow and Ivanna were there, having masterminded the whole meeting, and Mya nearly killed her. Frantic, Daniela questions what she has just heard and how Evie is still alive, and reluctantly, she admits that she told Mya she'd always love her even if she died at her hands. Daniela, in disbelief, asks how she loves her after everything, and proud, Evie confesses that she never saw evil in Mya - in these times, she was taught to have confidence. Deep in her heart, she knew the real Mya would return; and when she peeled the layers back, she found her again. Daniela finishes for her, and Evie nods, lip shaking as she continues. She states that just when they had reunited, Harlow figuratively and literally backstabbed Mya with his dagger, weakening her, and the last thing she knew, Mya was taken back to the mansion while she was thrown in the wine cellar. Daniela figures that Mya is imprisoned like Amira and Winter, noting that they have to be found - in order to do that, they have to beat the Parkers at their own game. Evie gets up, approaching the door and remarking that they have no more time to lose to stop Harlow and Ivanna, in addition to saving Pineshadow. A lingering thought then crosses her mind, and she inquires as to who captured Daniela, to which she names Harlow. Her blood going cold, she demands what he did, and quieting her, Daniela reveals to her exactly how she escaped.

In a flashback to ten minutes prior, Daniela remains in her prison room, spending another day as a hostage held against her will by Harlow, who has been consistently sexually abusing her. Worst of all, she can't do anything to change her fate, unable to break free from her chains no matter how hard she tries. Dread keeps a hold on Daniela as she thinks about how no escape is certain, especially with Amira and Winter's capture. Just then, Harlow opens the door, startling her, and he greets her politely. Remarking that it's too dark, he opens the door to let in more light. Daniela's heart lifts upon seeing the outside light, but it sinks again as she realizes that Harlow is only going to play with her again. e saunters over to her, sinking down next to her and calling her a crown jewel. Beginning his session, he combs his fingers through Daniela's hair, ignoring her growl of disgust and heels dragging on the ground. She doesn't scold him for his predatory behavior, knowing that he'll never listen and won't stop until he steals her innocence. Shuddering at the thought of that, Daniela slides her boot heels and bites her tongue. Pleased with her obedience, Harlow places a hand on her shoulder, promising that she'll enjoy his company company. The tang of Icebreakers mints fills the air, nearly making Daniela cough; she makes herself turn away from Harlow and toward her only taste at freedom - the taste she can't even get all thanks to Harlow restraining her against her will so that he can abuse her. Hanging her head, Daniela gives in, noting that there is nothing she can do to break free. She recalls her first meeting with Harlow at Pinelake Park where he stuck a finger near her mouth without her consent, claiming that she was a "special friend."

Suddenly, Daniela develops a wicked and scandalous idea, and deciding to "return" Harlow's favor, she brings back her good girl gone bad side. She innocently calls out to him, saying that she's thought about what he told her, and curious, Harlow gives his full attention to her. Daniela admits that she was wrong to judge him as harshly as she did - he's just seeking some company that Ivanna can't give - a very special friend. Entertained, he urges her to continue, and she states that law is pointless. You can defy it and bend it to your will, and for one thing, romance isn't wrong. She no longer believes that their relationship could be so problematic, and because she is so used about breaking the rules, she doesn't care what punishment she'll get for this. Smiling, Harlow finally sees that Daniela wants more, admiring her as she reveals that she once lived on the criminal, violent side of life. All of it was what she lived for, but now, she's gone soft - and she wants to build herself back up again, Harlow by her side. Brimming with pride, Daniela locks her amber eyes on him and promises to give him exactly what he wants, adding fuel to the fire - and licking her lip seductively. Harlow barely resists his urge to drool, desiring nothing but Daniela's purity, his lust spiraling out of control. Entranced, he notes that she is like a untouched Christmas present, kneeling down by her and tracing the skin with his fingernail. Daniela sighs peacefully, and in a seductive tone, Harlow asks if she wants this. She accepts happily, opening her eyes to find Harlow's finger still under her chin, Harlow himself trying to decide where to place his fingers on her next.

She teases him for being shy, encouraging him to show his true colors and to let them do something they shouldn't do. Daniela feels the pressure of tricking Harlow rising, knowing the consequences if she messes up, yet the Parker remains deeply spellbound. She commands him to release her from the chair so he can get more room to work with, and without even considering that he is letting his hostage loose, Harlow obliges. He pulls the chains away and invites her over to him, and Daniela quickly obeys, allowing him to put his hands on her waistline, salivating over the prospect of someone like her. He compliments her rockstar fit, deeming it impressive and attractive. Daniela internally screams - Harlow's one true weakness is falling victim to seduction - but it is her only way out even if it's ostentatious and disgusting. She replies that she hopes it's what he likes, for she brought her offerings, and Harlow licks his lips, ready to dig in. He advances on her, kissing her forehead and gradually moving down her face, believing everything around them is passionate. Before he can leave a mark on her neck, Daniela puts a hand on his jacket collar, affirming that they're going to play by her rules. Blushing and choosing to submit, he complies to Daniela's order to lay down on the bed. She jumps up next to him, scratching his exposed chest back and forth. Harlow sighs peacefully, enjoying every second of the game they're playing, unaware that Daniela has fooled him. She notes that it's one thing for him to be a criminal and another thing for choosing to target her, but being seduced by a young girl is certainly something. Growing confident, she scratches his chin and prepares to surprise him, delighting him, though she encourages him to keep his eyes shut.

Daniela knows that she has to time her next move right; one mistake, and she'll be restrained again and possibly killed. Quietly, she grabs Mya's cape and creeps around to the other side of the bed, facing Harlow, who is likely dreaming of treasures he'll never receive. She seductively whispers that he won't feel a thing, and giggling, Harlow thinks he'll go to heaven. In one motion, Daniela throws the cape on his face, plunging him into darkness, much to his confusion. Daniela then punches him square on the jaw, causing him to collapse in pain. She silently cheers for herself, and leaving Harlow to howl in pain, she rushes out of her prison room and towards the sound of scrabbling noises downstairs. In the present, Evie shakes her, astonished and asking if it's really true that she seduced Harlow. Blushing, she silences her, understanding her level of shock. She murmurs that it was the only way she could have escaped Harlow, and she's aware that it was gross, but she's here now and has rescued her. The two head to the dining room, searching for both Parkers, but they are nowhere in sight. While Daniela rescues Winter and Amira, Evie struggles to find Mya, refusing to even think that Ivanna could have killed her. She gives up, knowing that she can't waste any more time before Harlow and Ivanna strike. However, upon hearing a noise in the walls, she realizes that Ivanna sealed Mya inside them and breaks down a secret compartment, rescuing her girlfriend at last. As Evie swiftly texts Mya's parents to inform them that she's safe, Harlow and Ivanna approach from upstairs.

Ivanna hisses that they're not going anywhere and blocks the doors with Harlow by her side. Harlow growls that they won't see daylight, preparing to eliminate the five girls, but Daniela retorts that not if they can't help it, urging the girls to run. She creates a distraction by throwing a vase at Harlow, which allows her and the girls to make a break for it. The Parkers pursue them as if they are hunting dogs, remaining on their tail. Mya runs alongside Evie, and despite the pain from her wound plaguing her, she finally feels free away from the Parkers and ready to live the perfect life with Evie. However, these thoughts are swiftly derailed when her foot catches in a tree root, and she slams into the dirt. Evie, noticing her absence among the girls, sees her at the top of the hill and shrieks. Mya attempts to get back on her feet, but by then, it is too late, as Harlow and Ivanna catch up to their granddaughter, triumphant. Amused, Harlow comments that this is quite the predicament she seems to be in, and Mya snaps at him to leave her alone, staggering upright. Before she can make a move, Ivanna throws her into the ground and pins her with her boot heel. The girls are left angered, and Evie tries to charge forward, but Winter and Amira hold her back, unwilling to let her do anything reckless. Circling Mya, Harlow snickers that she's pathetic and weak for throwing away the power she could have obtained, but it doesn't matter anymore, as they never needed her anyway. This horrifies her, her face bone dry, and she realizes that she was being used all along - now the Parkers have achieved what they wanted. Ivanna scoffs that they were going to get rid of her once she killed Evie, but then she chose to complicate things by choosing to spare her girlfriend, and frightened and sobbing, she struggles to ask if they genuinely loved her.

Ivanna hisses that they never did, deeming her a traitor for refraining to kill Evie and turning her back on her and Harlow. She presses her boot heel down on Mya's chest, cutting off her air supply more, causing the anger of the girls to grow. Mya begs for Ivanna to stop desperately, voice twisting in heartbreak, and Evie growls, struggling to control her temper. Ivanna ignores her, instead moving her heel to her neck and making her wheeze. Harlow paces around Mya again, having more to say to his tormented granddaughter. He states that she fell for every lie they told her - she was never royalty, the chosen one, or a person destined for any kind of power - what happened when she chose to live a lie and has a fickle heart. He then adds that she failed one of her own best friends when she needed, ripping into Mya more as she realizes that he is referring to Daniela. Every single word she told her about Harlow's predatory behavior was true; he is a predator and abuser, and dejected, Mya calls herself the spawn of the devil. Ivanna, building off her husband's thoughts, points out that she could have never become so evil if she hadn't let her curiosity decide her actions, and that once they got her, they made her into a criminal. She laughs wickedly, looking at Mya's petrified face, and savoring her pain, Ivanna continues, saying that Bonnie and Clyde were one thing, but they never had a real accomplice. Her words sink in for Mya, who now realizes that she is a criminal, crying in such distorted agony that Winter becomes tearful, and she loosens her grip on Evie. Mya pleads for the Parkers to have mercy, claiming that she doesn't want to fight or live more lies, but only wants to atone for her mistakes.

Cackling, Harlow remarks that her innocent soul is tainted with darkness, and mocking her for her stupidity, he decides that they'll punish her right then and there - a devious, pleasuring thought crossing his mind. Choosing to reveal his and Ivanna's secret, he asks Mya if she'd like to know how her maternal grandparents actually died. The girls, especially Evie and Winter, are horrified as Mya is left aghast, her mouth flopping open and closed, eyes betraying her emotional turmoil. As Amira murmurs that this is all too familiar, Harlow launches into his and Ivanna's story on Elloise and Luca. Long ago, they were once fine grandparents, so fine that they were the talk of the town, destructable hearts weakened by kindness. Meanwhile, the Parkers were inferior. Ivanna takes over for her husband, adding that Elloise and Luca had all the money in the world to save them from peril, but they shunned them, deeming the two as a terrorizing force out of fear that they would tear Mya apart. According to Ivanna, the two would rue the day, calling them twats. Harlow continues, mentioning that it only took one spark to kill Elloise and Luca, their mansion engulfled in flames. Afterward, their money was transferred to him and Ivanna, but despite paying for the funeral, it was never enough - they wanted glory and much more. Nodding, Ivanna tickles Harlow's chin, growling at Mya that her two-faced family left them in the dirt to die. It started with her grandparents, then left off at her parents, and now ends with her. Her heart broken into pieces, Mya can't control the tears dripping down her face or her wobbling arms, struggling to come to terms with her maternal grandparents being murdered by the Parkers, who had killed them because of their overwhelming greed and covered everything up whilst also running from the law.

She wails that they're lying, ripping up hunks of grass, but Harlow only doubles down on his and Ivanna's words, innocently putting his hands in his pockets. He compares defying the law to the brush of a gun, finding it thrilling and believing that Elloise and Luca had no chance against them. He then tells Mya that everything became perfect the moment she became a part of their life - she served her purpose, as rotten as she is, but even if they're close to victory, she's a traitor and still needs to be dealt with. Ivanna kicks Mya back to her feet, and in a chilling, venomous tone, Harlow orders his granddaughter to run away and never come back to Pineshadow; she is a criminal and will be arrested, thrown into juvenile forever should she stay - nobody will ever accept her for the demon she is. Evie and Daniela shout out to Mya, pleading for her to not listen to Harlow, but by then, the damage has already been done. Dead certain that she is a criminal and a traitor to everyone, Mya stumbles into Hollowleaf Forest, leaving her old life and what she has fought for behind. With their mission complete, Harlow and Ivanna are about to return to their mansion when Evie draws their attention onto her and the girls, reminding them of their presence. She warns that they'll tell the world of what they've done, and although Ivanna snaps at her to get lost, Evie spits that they'll regret the day they manipulated Mya into becoming a cruel, power-hungry queen, scarred her friends. They messed with those she loved and Pineshadow and are criminals who only wanted to watch the world burn, and declaring that they'll die fighting, Evie leads the girls into battle and takes on Harlow with Daniela.

He raises Evie into the air, seeking to bash her skull in, but Daniela instead kicks him in his exposed stomach - directly in the pelvis. Screaming in pain, Harlow drops Evie, who tells him to think fast and leaps back into the air, landing on his backside. He tries to remove her, but is unable to, and Evie wraps her arms around his neck. Swiftly, she pulls back in a similar tactic she once used on Shetani, and Harlow rears like a horse in an effort to throw her off. Finally, he manages to unlatch her, digging his nails into her skin. Whirling around, Harlow prepares to attack Daniela next, but she is ready for him, retorting that she has food for thought and referring to him as rubbish. She swings an enclosed fist at his jaw, which causes teeth and blood to fly. Harlow regains himself and targets Evie, but she jumps clear of him. Then, she turns to Daniela and orders her to find Mya, but shocked, she pleads that she can't leave her here to fight Harlow alone. However, Evie is adamant and urges her to just go, headbutting Harlow's chest and kicking him in the stomach, nearly sending him into a tall bush. Knowing that Evie means business, Daniela runs away from the battlefield and into Hollowleaf Forest. After finding Mya and becoming determined to have her see the light, she grabs her wrist, catching her off guard. Daniela states that even if she has her issues, the girls need her right now, more importantly Evie, who is fighting Harlow on her own. Astounded, Mya asks if Evie wanted Daniela to find her, and confirming this, she informs her that Evie is fighting her grandfather alone.

Seeing that she is focusing on her, Daniela heads to the edge of the clearing, encouraging her that they have no time left to lose. She begins to run back to the main clearing, but stops, realizing that Mya isn't behind her - but staring at her sadly on her knees. She inquires as to why she is sitting there, and Mya expresses her desire to avoid fighting in the battle, claiming that she's weak and will just get killed by Harlow and Ivanna if she goes back, dying as a freak; even though her friend insists that she won't, she remains certain. Upon hearing Daniela's speech, however, Mya realizes that she can't give up and vows to defeat Harlow and Ivanna. Daniela exclaims that the battle is waiting for them, and without another word, the two return to the battlefield. Mya is revolted by what she sees at the bottom of the hill - a battered and bloodied Amira fighting Ivanna, who in turn is bloodied and has tattered clothing, next to an unmoving Winter. Mya whispers that Amira isn't going to last for long, wondering what they should do, but her question is never answered. Seconds later, a scream rings out across the clearing - one Mya knows all too well - and to her horror, Mya turns to discover Evie cornered against a tree by Harlow, cheek smeared with blood, chin bruised, and a sleeve torn. Harlow, taking advantage of her weakness, jumps up against her and pulls out a pistol, loading it. Evie, petrified, screams as he violently kicks her stomach, sending her flying into the tree. Her foot twists upon hitting the ground, causing her to cry out in severe pain, the world blurring in her vision. After re-adjusting her glasses just in time to notice that Harlow is pointing his gun at her face, she goes deathly silent, reliving the day she played Russian roulette to save Mya's life.

Mya, refusing to let Harlow murder her girlfriend, formulates a plan to take the bullet first and urges Daniela to trust her on this one, which she agrees to. She quickly whispers something into her ear, then creeps toward Harlow, nearing him just as he speaks to Evie again. The latter, believing her life is over and unable to get up due to her twisted ankle, shields her face protectively from Harlow. Harlow warns her that she should have never interfered with the Parker name, hoping she's happy with her fate, and gasping, Evie prepares for her imminent death. Suddenly, Mya orders Harlow to freeze, startling him, and he lowers his gun. He whirls around to find his granddaughter facing him with disgust and hatred, no longer the girl he told to run away. He screeches that she should have fled, and Ivanna demands how this is possible, only to be silenced by Amira, who mutters that she gets the last laugh. Mya agrees that should have ran away by now, but returned since she has an offer for Harlow, surprising him, and he hangs his pistol by his waistline while Evie peers around him. Mya gives him a deal - he must spare Evie's life - and kill her instead. Harlow gasps, looking as if he saw the ghosts of Elloise and Luca, and Ivanna demands the meaning of what she just said, prompting Amira to punch her into silence, and she sinks to the ground. Mya tells Harlow that he's right saying she's a criminal, puffing out her chest - no one deserves her after what she has done; she stands here knowing she won't belong in Pineshadow ever again, outcasted as a traitor. Evie begs for her not to do this, trembling and crying, pleading that they can't lose everything they fought for. Harlow quiets her by pointing his gun at her temple, allowing Mya to continue speaking.

She apologizes to Evie for her decision, affirming that she has to atone for mistakes she can never go back from - when she dies, Pineshadow can heal again. Tearfully, she points to her girlfriend, singling her out. Mya points out that Evie never defected sides and caused a war, but worked hard to protect her town and the girls, gave all of herself to set them free. Meanwhile, she tried to kill her girlfriend and strained her relationship with her all because she was greedy and hungry for power. To Mya, she knows now that it was never worth it, hence why she wants to die. Harlow, moved by her words, inches closer to her, and Evie cowers next to the tree, fear rampant inside her body. Crossing her arms over, Mya murmurs that she has no future left, having destroyed it all, everything she has ripped to pieces. Not wanting to live any longer with the burden, she asks for Harlow to kill her again, and he finally agrees, his voice rattling from the force of his granddaughter's request for an assisted suicide. Refusing to say no to the demand, he points his pistol at Mya's forehead, seconds ticking away before her death, and he questions if she has any final words. In a twist move, Mya exclaims that she's more than just a mortal, baffling Harlow. Before he can inquire as to what she means, Daniela ambushes him, sending him flying into the ground, his pistol landing near the tree. Evie is shocked by what she has just witnessed, realizing that Mya wasn't actually requesting to die; she only did that as part of a ruse to fool Harlow. Daniela and Mya pin their backs to each other, and the latter assigns her to help Amira fight Ivanna while she duels Harlow one-on-one. Winking, Daniela obliges and joins the side of her friend. Harlow hisses that she's traitorous scum, promising to make her rue the day, but Mya retorts that she won't, soaring into the air and crashing down on her grandfather's back.

Harlow throws her off and pins her to the ground, a toothy grin on his face, but Mya bets that he hasn't learned one of her special tricks - and she spits into his only good eye. Disgusted, he falls off of her, trying to rub the saliva off, and with the distraction, Mya headbutts Harlow. The force of the blow makes him groan in pain, blood leaking out of his nose, which satisfies her; Harlow is angered and stumbles back up to meet her valiant, swift challenges. During her fight with Amira and Daniela, Ivanna sees an injured Harlow struggling to battle Mya, who kicks him on his chest. Furious, she flings Daniela off and charges toward her husband. Mya teases Harlow, asking if he wants more as she ducks under him, then deilvers two blows to his stomach, causing him to cough. However, Harlow gains strength upon seeing Ivanna and strikes Mya on her neck, briefly winding her, but she hastily gets back on her feet, only to run into Ivanna. Stunned, Mya is forced into the middle of the clearing, stranded in the open and surrounded by both Parkers. Evie gasps in horror, noting that no one can defend her girlfriend now. Harlow and Ivanna circle their granddaughter, who feels sick to her stomach and overwhelmed with fear. Harlow taunts her for her "show of dominance," and Ivanna warns her that her time is over, saying that the atonement plot was great, but all she is just a weak crybaby. Mya growls, attempting to regain her will to fight, but Harlow crushes her in a single blow when he encourages her to give up - asking what she thinks would happen if her parents found out that she shot up the town and tried to kill Evie. She falls to the ground, on the verge of shedding tears from her eyes, recalling that her parents are missing and don't know about her prior bad motives.

Mya, fearing that she will never be her parents' daughter again if they find out that she nearly murdered Evie, lets tears fall from her eyes. Daniela, determined to keep her friend's spark alive, reminds her that she is more than her mistakes, and Amira joins in, urging her to rise up. From her place by the tree, Evie wills her on, quietly praying. Across the clearing, Winter finally regains consciousness, noticing the Parkers surrounding Mya, and she gasps. Retreating into her thoughts, Mya thinks about the aftermath of the battle - losing Pineshadow's respect, her ruined reputation, and being rejected by her parents, which makes her want to give in under the pressure. However, a single spark remains in her heart, one that grows into a roaring fire, and she declares that she isn't a queen, rogue, or criminal - but will go down with Harlow and Ivanna dead. She ascends back to her feet, shocking Ivanna, and casting green eyes on them, she snaps that this battle isn't over, not as long as they're alive. Until her dying breath, she'll make sure that doesn't remain the case, vowing to make them reap what they have sewn. Mya feels just as powerful as a phoenix, almost reborn. Harlow and Ivanna lunge at her, but she leaps the highest she has ever leapt into the air, and the Parkers smash into each other. She then calls Daniela to her side, stating that they must finish this, and Daniela in turn offers to switch places. Mya agrees, taking on Ivanna while Daniela takes on Harlow. Daniela smilies wickedly as Harlow grabs her waistline, about to deliver a sexual assault threat, but she snaps at him not to think about it. She scratches his cheek and jumps on him, striking his face in a blissful agony.

To Harlow, it is torture, but for Daniela, it is her revenge for what he did to her. Bones break in his jaw and blood forms in his mouth; Daniela screams that this is what he gets for abusing her, turning Mya evil, and having them nearly murdered, feeling so good being bad for a day. Harlow spits that he can't believe she seduced him, squeezing her neck and vowing to remove the air from her body. However, Daniela retorts that he can keep squeezing her, finding his move "sexy" - she enjoys pain. Before Harlow can confirm that she is a masochist, she punches him on the lips and continues to punch away. For a tense minute, she and Mya duel both Parkers, and by the end, Harlow and Ivanna are both knocked out. Mya approaches the tree where Evie is laying by, her heart thudding as she notices how weakened she is, and she questions if the battle is over. Mya admits that they have little time left, but need to get out before Harlow and Ivanna awaken. Taking her hands, Mya welcomes the warmth and tries to pull Evie back up, but she falls back in pain, making her realize that her ankle is sprained. She begins to apologize somberly, but Harlow, face disfigured, teeth shattered, and greatly bloodied, cuts her off. Mya screams, falling against Evie, and she becomes even more terrified when Harlow pulls out another pistol out from behind him and points it at her and Evie. Gasping, Evie hides behind her as she threatens to kill Harlow whether he wants it or not, but deeming the threat pathetic and meager, he claims that she can't shoot like he can - she can't defeat him, the greatest mastermind in Pineshadow's history. Brushing his finger along his chin, he cracks his neck back and hisses at Mya that he made her into a monster; she should have never come back, but she chose to be the hero anyway despite the fact that she's the very double-crosser who caused her parents to disappear - she ruined her life.

Mya crawls back against Evie, unintentionally pinning her against the tree, her hands shaking and causing the gun to rattle. Snickering, Harlow, adds that Mya could have been the greatest granddaughter, but she chose to out-criminal the most intelligent criminals in Pineshadow's history. Now, she'll go down as a failure - and Harlow considers it time to eliminate her "snake eyes" permanently. He moves the gun closer to her forehead, and her lips tremble, one arm pointing the other gun. She knows that what she is seeing now is the final moments of her and Evie's lives - the Parkers will win - she never did enough to stop them. Squeaking, Mya holds the gun steady, ready to fire in a last ditch effort to avoid dying all while Harlow smiles, preparing to take in the murder he is about to commit. Seeing more than red, he tells Mya that this is the fate she chose. In Evie's eyes, she sees the day of the game of Russian roulette that she played to save Mya's life. She faces a man, chained to a table, and in the corner of Winter's cabin are Mya and Winter, bound together. Remembering the fear in Mya's eyes, Evie refuses to let her girlfriend die and falls forward, pulling her back. Mya, startled, falls with her and accidentally pulls the trigger of the gun back, causing the gun to discharge with a bang. A single bullet flies toward Harlow, who doesn't even notice it due to being too transfixed on his granddaughter. It pierces his head in a fatal blow, and swaying, Harlow falls onto the ground, twitching. Seconds later, he dies from the gunshot wound. Mortified by what she has just done, Mya feels her emotions swirl around her as she struggles to comprehend that she just killed Harlow. Ivanna, heartbroken and in anguish, runs over to Harlow's body and shakes it, pleading for him to wake up and unable to accept his death.

Mya briefly dotes on taking pity on her grandmother, but chooses not to, as she deserves hell already. Crawling up to her feet, Mya tells Evie to stay by the tree while she checks on the other girls, and she nods, allowing her to join Amira, Winter, and Daniela. She asks if they're okay, and Amira confirms this, inquiring if she actually just killed Harlow. Nervously, Mya nods, worrying that she'll go to jail, but Daniela disagrees, pointing out that Harlow was killed in self-defense and that she had a valid reason to kill him anyway. Winking, she says that she committed a worthwhile crime, proud of her move, relieving Mya. When Ivanna startles the girls, she threatens to execute them all for the death of Harlow. Empowered by the girls, Mya doesn't back down and challenges Ivanna, asking her to bring it. With a war cry, Ivanna expects her to die, but instead, someone in black leather slams her gun into the sky - and it falls down into the hands of Daniela. Dumbfounded, she asks how, and Daniela says that she's a dumbass, pointing out that she isn't thinking clearly and wondering how killing Mya will benefit her. She retorts that she killed her husband, but Daniela replies that payback is sweet until it's not anymore - Harlow will never come back even if she murders her granddaughter. After explaining her past, she tells Ivanna that people like her will never change. She's bent on murder; Harlow deserved to die for what he did to her and Mya in his broken house. She can also kill her right now if she wants to, which she is certain she will do. Ivanna snaps that she's a monstrous demon child, trying to grab her, but Daniela evades her and backs up. Too desperate to avenge Harlow and destroy the girls, Ivanna continues her mad charge, but Daniela stops her by swinging the gun at her face - which ends up causing her death altogether. Mya proclaims that they've won, stopped Harlow and Ivanna, and saved Pineshadow, feeling free again.

Upon seeing how terribly Evie is injured, Mya believes she is no better than the Parkers, but her girlfriend assures her that she's atoned for everything. The last of Harlow and Ivanna's influence on Mya fades, and realizing that her grandparents never truly tore her and Evie apart, she kisses her passionately. One week later, Mya awakens in Daniela's house, her memories of the battle with the Parkers foggy. She murmurs that Daniela killed Ivanna, which her mother is aware of; Rex mentions how much blood she lost as a result of the battle. Mya notes that she hadn't come to realize that while fighting Harlow and Ivanna because of Daniela boostingh her strength. As she and Daniela hang with Winter and Amira, Mya comes to the conclusion that the events of the past few months stemmed from family - including Harlow and Ivanna, the grandparents who murdered her kin, ran from the law, and turned her rotten, only to backstab her in the end. The next day, Mya's parents finally return. Mya apologizes for her actions under her grandparents' corruption, but her parents accept her, as do Winter, and they hug. Mya also reveals to her mother that Harlow and Ivanna killed Elloise and Luca because of their greed, merely using the funeral as a way to trick her. Amira and Daniela both realize that the scribbled diary pages contained Harlow's confession that he and Ivanna killed them - he just didn't want the evidence to be known, hence why he scratched it out. Daniela comments that it's amateur detective work, patting Amira on her back, and she replies "no shrimp, Sherlock," hugging her. Later, Daniela gets a letter from Pineshadow's mayor, who is aware of Harlow and promises to enact law that will prevent a man or woman like him from being a predator again. A week later, Mya takes Evie to the Pond of Ori, wanting to show her it, as the Parkers' control prevented her from doing so before. As they lay in the pond, Mya notes that she retained enough of her old self to break free of the Parkers.

### Specials

#### *The Guardian of Angels*

While talking with Evie, Amira mentions that she and Daniela showcased their dynamic fighting H and I, referring to Harlow and Ivanna.

## Personality and Traits

Stone-cold and vicious at nature, Harlow is abrasive, shriveled, cynical, and extremely narcissistic. When not keeping his emotions veiled, his temper can run wild, which can make him unreasonable and dangerous. He has no regard for the safety and well-being of others, even for that of his own granddaughter, taking advantage of her free will and occassionally naive persona and spinning a web that would lead to her fall from grace. Harlow has a considerable amount of apathy and doesn't think twice about his grisly misdeeds, refusing to stop until his enemies perish or until he obtains what he or his wife desire, even if it means using any trick that can come to mind. One such example is shown at the beginning of *Memories of the Past* when Harlow resorted to violence in order to intimidate the Heartleys and to threaten them, throwing a vase at his son. Another example was when he used a shotgun in order to rob Old Town Pineshadow and escape from the law in *Two Lives, Many Horrors*, even managing to shoot someone in the shoulder.

Besides his scathing hot core, Harlow is also a master manipulator and liar. When he first learned that Mya was his granddaughter, he and Ivanna immediately saw her as a way to get power and riches through her vulnerability, something which Evie suspected from the start. He uses lies and grandeur to brainwash Mya into supporting them above all else, convincing her that she is a "chosen one" meant to fulfill her destiny of helping them achieve their goals. To make sure she stays in line, he uses a bell that commands her to stop speaking if she says anything "unfitting" or anything that disrespects the family's name. Harlow, in addition to his abilities to manipulate and lie, is rather deceitful and easily polishes up his true personality by acting formal and old-fashioned. In *Welcome to Hollowleaf Mansion*, he implies that he enjoys the outdoors and is shown to be a passionate gun enthusiast, taking much enjoyment when showing his passions and prized objects. He speaks formally and pretends to hear everyone out, suggesting to the girls that the confrontation with Mya was a "misunderstanding" because of the mixed messages they got regarding him and Ivanna.

However, what defines Harlow as a character is his more disturbing, predatory, and psychotic side, a side that starts to rear its head when he develops an attraction to Daniela in *Rising Tensions*. Desiring nothing but her innocence and the young girl on his side, Harlow relentlessly attempts to touch her and grab her without her consent, showing that he can break any law and violate whatever he wants to get anything. When he finally traps Daniela alone in the bathroom, he reveals his true self to her and nearly violates her, but instead, Daniela scratches his eye in self-defense and escapes. After becoming permanently blind in his left eye, Harlow begins to become more reckless, restless, and sadistic. Refusing to let go of his undying wish to have Daniela, he inches closer and closer to her whenever she steps foot in Hollowleaf Mansion, and when he captures her, he sexually abuses her constantly. Harlow also shoves Mya away from her friends and family, painting them as nothing but a horrible influence, which fuels her fall into darkness. Believing he is more powerful with every step he takes, Harlow shows no mercy when he, his wife, and his granddaughter trash Old Town Pineshadow, threatening to kill his former friend's family and greatly injuring civilians with his shotgun. In *Warbringer*, he and Ivanna are revealed to have ruthlessly killed Mya's maternal grandparents in their despotic quest for power, further depicting the two as conniving, hungry for power, and bloodthirsty. Harlow's dangerous lust, as noted by Evie, is also a trigger for most of his violent actions.

Ultimately, Harlow does not come without the flaws that would ultimately lead to his undoing and demise. His inability to control his lusting for Daniela, along with his reckless behavior on the night of the dinner party, would lead to Daniela tearing through his left eye - permanently blinding him in it, even more so when he refuses to seek medical help for it. Harlow is also overconfident, and thus, his bold nature makes him underestimate his opponents. In *Warbringer*, he thinks he has won Daniela over after she admits that she wants him to take her innocence, figuratively blind to the fact that she is seducing him only to escape - coming to realize it when it is too late - when she ambushes him and breaks free from her prison room. During the final battle, he and Ivanna both misjudge Mya's bravery and strength numerous times, not able to truly knock her out her spirit and reborn nature they once destroyed inside of her. By the end, Harlow's endless tenacity and bitterness outweighs the brunt of his injuries, and only wishing for his granddaughter to pay, he draws a gun and prepares to murder her and Evie. He demonizes Mya, disowning her and wishing for nothing but utter vengeance. However, he becomes shocked and put in a state of stupor when Mya, startled by Evie yanking her backwards, fires his other gun. His mistakes finally come back to bite him, as the bullet pierces his skull and kills him in less than a few seconds.

Harlow's personality in the latter half of Season 3 are notably inspired by Scar from *The Lion King* and Arcturus Mengsk from the *StarCraft* video game franchise. Mengsk's dialogue to Kerrigan in their confrontation in *StarCraft II: Heart of the Swarm* is also paralleled by Harlow when he admonishes Mya during their confrontation in *Warbringer*.

## Quotes

"*You were the greatest granddaughter I could have had... And here you are. Trying to think you can* out-criminal *the most* intelligent *criminals in all of Pineshadow! A shame you will go down as such a* colossial *failure. It's about time those* snake eyes *of yours were elimated...* **FOR GOOD***!*"
—Harlow threatening to kill Mya, *Warbringer*

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## Family

**Wife:**

Ivanna (Deceased)
**Son:**

Patrick (Living)
**Granddaughter:**

Mya (Living)
**Adoptive Granddaughter:**

Winter (Living)
## Trivia

* Harlow is voiced by Udo Kier.
* He is based off Scar from *The Lion King*, Alador Blight from *The Owl House*, Professor Pericles from *Scooby-Doo: Mystery Incorporated*, and Mateo Garcia from the 2019 and 2020 Tehlor Kay Mejia novels *We Set the Dark on Fire* and *We Unleash the Merciless Storm*.
	+ Mateo also bears some similarity to Harlow:
		- Both act very predatory in their actions and obsessive of their prey, with Mateo tormenting, threatening, and eventually trying to kill Carmen and Dani while Harlow prayed on Daniela in order to take advantage of her.
		- Both lack sight in their left eye. However, Harlow was simply blinded while Mateo had his entire left eye torn out by Alex in *We Unleash the Merciless Storm*.
		- Harlow taking Daniela prisoner and using most of his free time to sexually abuse her can be viewed as similar as to how Mateo kept Dani under close guard in *We Unleash the Merciless Storm*, not letting her know anything about his plans to eliminate La Voz in a mass genocide and making sure she didn't stray from his sights.
	+ Besides Mateo, Harlow also bears a resemblance to Arcturus Mengsk, an antagonist from the *StarCraft* video game franchise. Both were vicious, greedy, and power-hungry villains who once had a close ally (Harlow with Mya, Mengsk with Sarah Kerrigan), but turned on them for their own gain and later got killed by said ally. Like Harlow said to Mya in *Warbringer*, Mengsk once referred to Kerrigan as a monster and failure.
* Harlow's name might be related to American rapper Jack Harlow.
* The beginning letters of Harlow and Ivanna's names, H and I, could serve as an allusion to the G-Eazy and Halsey song *Him & I*.
* It is revealed in *Welcome to Hollowleaf Mansion* that Harlow is a gun enthusiast and enjoys collecting guns.
* Potato says that he is the most dangerous antagonist in the series to date.
* Harlow, along with Ivanna, is inspired by the G-Eazy song *Him & I* and the Set It Off song *Partners In Crime*. His relationship with Daniela is also inspired by the Arthur & Medic song *Broken House*, which features Veela; according to Veela, the lyrics to the song were written to describe sexual abuse/assault.
	+ In addition, Harlow and Ivanna are a spitting reflection of notorious criminal duo Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow, otherwise known as Bonnie and Clyde. Between 1931 and 1934, the two murdered fourteen civilians whilst robbing multiple banks and towns before being killed in Louisiana during a shootout with police. Like Bonnie and Clyde, the Parkers were also murderers, enjoyed running from the law, and desired riches and power.
* He enjoys gardening, as shown in *Ultimatum*.