Task episode 3 has established a key relationship between two of its characters, and this connection holds profound meaning within the HBO series' themes. Task is created by Mare of Easttown screenwriter Brad Ingelsby, who has proven that he has a real knack for crime dramas with some added emotional flair. A prime example is the newly formed dynamic between Sam and Maeve.

In Task episode 2, Maeve discovered Sam's true identity and tried to set him up to be taken back by the cops. However, this plan didn't go as she had intended, and Maeve had no choice but to bring Sam back to her house. Though she could have been resentful, we see in Task episode 3 that Maeve has a real soft spot for Sam. As their relationship grows, it places further emphasis on the themes of Task .

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