Does Lucious Find Out Andre Tried To Kill Him
Hey there, fellow Empire aficionados! Gather 'round, grab your popcorn (or maybe a nice glass of something bubbly – you know, for the drama), because we need to talk about something juicy. We're diving deep into the labyrinthine mind of Lucious Lyon, the undisputed king of his own universe, and his ever-so-troubled son, Andre. The burning question on everyone's lips (or at least, on my lips after rewatching that scene for the tenth time) is: Does Lucious ever find out that Andre tried to… well, remove him from the picture?
Let's just get this out of the way: Andre, bless his complicated heart, has had some… intense moments. And by intense, I mean moments that would make your average psychoanalyst sweat. He’s been through the wringer, folks. From his mental health struggles to feeling utterly overlooked by his larger-than-life father, it’s a wonder he even managed to put on pants some mornings. But when it came to Lucious, Andre’s feelings were a whole other level of complicated. Like a really, really complicated knot that even Houdini would struggle with.
Remember that whole situation with Vernon Turner? Yeah, Andre was involved. And then there was that time when Lucious was in his comatose state. Andre, in his own… unique way, saw an opportunity. An opportunity to take over, to finally step out of the shadow, and, shall we say, to expedite the transition of power. It was a moment that had us all clutching our pearls, gasping for air, and probably shouting at the TV: "ANDRE, WHAT ARE YOU DOING?!"
Now, the thing about Lucious is that he’s not exactly the most trusting individual. He’s got more paranoia than a squirrel during acorn season. He’s constantly looking over his shoulder, anticipating the next stab in the back. And who better to stab him in the back than his own son, who’s been simmering with resentment for, let’s be honest, pretty much the entire series? So, the idea that Lucious wouldn’t be suspicious is, well, highly unlikely.
But here’s where things get murky, isn't it? The show is a masterclass in misdirection and tangled webs. Did Lucious know the extent of Andre’s involvement? Did he suspect? Or did he just chalk it up to another one of Andre's "episodes"? It’s the kind of question that keeps you up at night, fueled by lukewarm coffee and the desperate need for answers. Like, "Who shot J.R.?" but with more hip-hop and less Dallas.
Let's rewind a bit, shall we? Picture this: Lucious is down and out, vulnerable. Andre sees his chance. He’s got the access, he’s got the motivation, and he’s got that glint in his eye that says, "This is my moment." And then… poof. Lucious snaps out of it. Just like that. The universe, or perhaps the writers of Empire, decided that it wasn't Andre's time to shine that brightly. Or, you know, to get away with attempted patricide. The dramatic irony, people! It's thicker than a Lucious Lyon ballad.
So, did Lucious discover the specific plot? The intricate details of Andre’s plan? That’s where the real intrigue lies. Lucious is a survivor. He's a shark in a suit. He’s also got a knack for sniffing out betrayal. But was there enough concrete evidence? Or was it more of a gut feeling, a chilling suspicion that he couldn't quite shake?
Think about it. Lucious has a whole team of people watching his back (or sometimes stabbing him in the back, but that's another story). If someone had definitive proof, wouldn’t it have surfaced? Unless, of course, that evidence was conveniently… "lost." And in the world of the Lyons, "lost" can mean a lot of things. Usually involving cement shoes and a deep dive in the nearest body of water. Just saying.
We see Lucious’s mind at work, constantly piecing things together, playing chess while everyone else is playing checkers. He’s adept at manipulation, at turning people against each other. So, if he did suspect Andre, he would likely play it cool. He wouldn't confront him directly, oh no. That's too simple. He’d let it fester, use it to his advantage, or perhaps just keep it simmering on the back burner of his formidable intellect.
There were moments, weren’t there? Moments where Lucious looked at Andre with that steely gaze, that unspoken understanding that spoke volumes. Moments where you could practically hear the gears turning in Lucious’s head. Was he thinking, "My son tried to end me. Interesting."? Or was it a more primal, "I'm going to make him pay for this"? The ambiguity is part of the magic, isn't it? It keeps us hooked, keeps us debating in the comment sections (or at least in our own heads).
Let’s not forget the other players in this elaborate game of familial warfare. Cookie, for instance. She’s got eyes everywhere. If there was a whiff of foul play involving Lucious and Andre, you can bet your last dollar that Cookie would be all over it. She’s the mama bear with claws made of pure gold. And she wouldn't let something like a son trying to kill his father slide, not without a very, very LOUD conversation.
And then there’s Andre himself. He’s a walking contradiction. He craves his father’s approval, yet he’s also capable of such dark impulses. He’s torn between wanting to be like Lucious and wanting to destroy him. It’s a psychological minefield, and we, as viewers, are just along for the bumpy ride.
The showrunners were brilliant at this kind of cliffhanger, this constant dance around the truth. They wanted us to feel the tension, to imagine the possibilities. Did Lucious know? Probably. Did he have the definitive proof? That’s the million-dollar question, isn’t it? And the answer, my friends, is delightfully unclear.
It's like a magician revealing their trick, but only revealing half of it. You know something’s up, you can see the wires, but you can’t quite grasp the full mechanics. And that’s okay! Because in the grand tapestry of Empire, where loyalty is as fluid as the latest music trends, and betrayal is a regular Tuesday, not knowing for sure is part of the thrill.
Perhaps, in Lucious’s mind, the knowledge that Andre could have done it was enough. A subtle warning, a silent threat that hung in the air between them. A constant reminder of the precariousness of their relationship, of the darkness that lurked beneath the surface of their family. And maybe, just maybe, Lucious preferred it that way. It kept Andre on a tighter leash, didn’t it?
Ultimately, whether Lucious definitively discovered Andre’s attempt to end him remains a delicious mystery. And you know what? That’s perfectly fine. It’s the lingering questions, the unanswered riddles, that make a show like Empire so captivating. It allows us, the fans, to engage, to theorize, to play our own little game of "What If?"
So, let’s embrace the ambiguity! Let’s celebrate the brilliance of storytelling that leaves us wanting more, that sparks our imaginations. Because in the end, isn't that what entertainment is all about? It’s about the journey, the characters, the drama, and the enduring power of a story that stays with us long after the credits roll. And hey, if Lucious and Andre’s tumultuous relationship has taught us anything, it’s that family, in all its messy, complicated, and sometimes terrifying glory, is the ultimate drama. And that, my friends, is a conclusion we can all, in our own way, smile about.