Expectations - [s1e2] Exceeding

: On campus, Tariq enters a rigorous Canonical Studies course. He must "exceed expectations" to maintain his status in the prestigious program, showcasing the sharp intellect that mirrors his father’s. Key Themes

: The narrative highlights the lengths to which Tariq will go to save his mother, effectively transitioning him from a "loathed character" in the original series to a protagonist worth rooting for in this spinoff. Power Book II: Ghost Season 1 Episode 2 Review - TV Fanatic

: Tariq discovers that Tasha’s legal fees are astronomical. To secure the $500,000 retainer for high-profile attorney Davis MacLean , Tariq is forced to return to the drug trade, utilizing his position at the university to find new clients.

: The episode centers around the funeral of James "Ghost" St. Patrick. Tariq is tasked with delivering the eulogy, an emotionally charged moment where he must publicly mourn the father he privately killed.

: Seeking a supply, Tariq begins to integrate himself with the Tejada family. He makes a calculated move to assist Monet’s son, Cane, which successfully puts him on Monet Tejada's radar.

is the second episode of the first season of Power Book II: Ghost , which aired on September 13, 2020.

: The episode contrasts Tariq’s attempt to be his own man with the inescapable shadow of his father. Reviewers often note that while he tries to differ from Ghost, his methods and "mastermind" tactics are strikingly similar.