Enraged and feeling betrayed, Aunt Lydia brutally beats Janine in front of the assembled Commanders and Wives. The shocking display of violence leaves the Gileadean elite visibly uncomfortable, though more for the breach of etiquette than moral concern.
June suggests to Fred that granting Serena more "behind the scenes" freedom could save their marriage. In exchange, Serena provides June with critical information about Hannah’s location. Brutality and Betrayal
The episode centers on a communal baptism ceremony known as a "Dedication," where newborns are officially welcomed into the community. Watch The handmaids tale s03e04 webrip x264-tbs...
A reception at the Putnams' house takes a dark turn when Janine’s desperation to be near her daughter, Angela, triggers a violent outburst.
June encourages Serena to reclaim her influence, famously telling her to "Wear the dress. Pull the strings" . Enraged and feeling betrayed, Aunt Lydia brutally beats
After being allowed to hold Baby Angela, Janine asks to return to the Putnams as their Handmaid to provide Angela with a sibling.
Handmaids who have given birth, including June and Janine, are given prominent seating to watch as their children are held by their "parents" (Commanders and Wives). In exchange, Serena provides June with critical information
Throughout the ceremony, June reflects on Hannah’s baptism in the time before, a ceremony filled with warmth, friends like Moira, and a loving, forgiving God—vastly different from the vengeful God of Gilead. Political Maneuvers and Fragile Truces