In Outlander season 8 episode 8, Jamie Fraser and his son William mend their strained relationship amid preparations for the Battle of Kings Mountain. Marsali reveals her pregnancy at Fergus's grave, while the Fraser's Ridge community readies for war. An unexpected buzzing sound hints at possible new time travel.
Fraser's Ridge buzzes with activity as residents prepare for the approaching Battle of Kings Mountain. Claire and Fanny prepare bandages, Brianna enhances rifle loading speeds using her engineering skills, and Jamie and Buck MacKenzie drill the men. Buck shares his past adventures, including killing Rob Cameron in the 1980s after following him from Craigh na Dun and taking his possessions for time travel back to the 18th century. Brianna announces success with at least one improved gun, matching British troops' speed. Roger learns of his acceptance by the Presbytery of Savannah for ordination as a minister, prompting toasts to health and happiness among the group, including newcomer William Ransom. William arrives seeking solace after a falling-out with Lord John Grey, triggered by revelations about Grey's personal life and deceptions involving Amaranthus. Initial tensions persist at dinner, but Jamie invites him fishing, sparking confrontation over past lies and Helwater memories. William accuses Jamie of abandoning him, but Jamie explains his Jacobite constraints and lack of means to provide. The pair embrace tearfully, with Jamie affirming his love despite the pain caused. William later joins Jamie hunting, apologizing fully. Marsali confides in Jamie at Fergus's grave about rebuilding the print shop to fight with words for American freedom, echoing her Scottish departure for liberty. She reveals her pregnancy, joyfully noting Fergus's 'parting gift.' Separately, Lord John Grey falls victim to a trap set by Percy Beauchamp, who lures him to Capt. Richardson, resulting in a pistol blow to the head. Fanny struggles with grief over Jane but finds hope through Roger and discovers a cracking geode by the river, accompanied by a familiar buzzing sound.