Severance

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This article contains spoilers for Severance season 2, episode 1.

The reasoning behind this links toSeverances other cast of characters, namely Helly, Irving, and Dylan.

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As it turns out, those repercussions were inflicted on everyone except Mark himself.

As it turns out, Mark overlooked the simple fact that Milchick recognizes his handwriting.

Mark S apparently made no attempt to conceal that the note was written by his own hand.

Mark S holding a ball above an image of his new MDR team in Severance season 2 (2025)

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Moreover, Milchick is more than aware of Mark S previous rebellions against Lumon.

The other employees are likely unassuming in that they conduct their MDR work without fuss or insubordination.

Does Mark’s Plan To Get His Team Back Work?

Milchick holding note next to Mark holding balloons in Severance season 2 premiere

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As was evident inSeveranceseason 1s storythough, Mark S is not one to give up after one failed attempt.

Although Milchick is notably angry about Mark’s continued lack of obedience, his plan works.

Created by Dan Erickson and directed by Ben Stiller and Aoife McArdle.

Mark from Severance surrounded by questions marks

A composite image of Mark looking bummed in front of Mark, Dylan, Helly, and Iriving all clutching each other while looking shocked in Severance

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