Angel_4x04 May 2026

Let me know which you want to dive into next! Angel Season 4 Episode 4: Slouching Towards Bethlehem

While isolated from the main group, Wesley continues his dark, complex relationship with Wolfram & Hart’s Lilah Morgan. A moment of intimacy is interrupted when Lilah learns of Cordelia’s return and rushes off, leaving Wesley to realize their "relationship" is built on mutual mistrust. Reviewer Insights Angel_4x04

Mark Watches highlights the tragic chemistry between Wesley and Lilah, noting that this episode proves they can never truly trust each other. Let me know which you want to dive into next

For more detailed breakdowns, you can check out the full episode guide on the Buffyverse Wiki or read the professional critique at The A.V. Club . If you'd like, I can: If you'd like, I can: Critics and fans

Critics and fans often view this episode as "all setup," establishing the dark themes of Season 4.

After disappearing at the end of Season 3, Cordelia abruptly returns to the lobby of the Hyperion Hotel with a major complication: . She has no memory of her friends, her past as a "Higher Power," or the fact that the world is filled with demons—and that her best friend, Angel, is a vampire.

Detail the between this episode and the rest of the season's arc. Provide a list of the best quotes from the episode.