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Wolfram & Hart orchestrates a complex "human" life for Darla, framing Angel for the "murder" of her husband to pit him against Detective Kate Lockley .

It is eventually revealed that Darla was resurrected as a human with a soul, making her vulnerable to human emotions and the guilt of her past deeds. Cast and Key Characters 2x05_Angel

The content for the Season 2, Episode 5 installment, titled " Dear Boy ," centers on the psychological warfare waged by Wolfram & Hart against Angel. Written and directed by series co-creator Joss Whedon , the episode originally aired on October 24, 2000 . Plot Summary Wolfram & Hart orchestrates a complex "human" life

The episode follows Angel as he becomes increasingly obsessed with finding , his former sire, after spotting her in Los Angeles. While his team initially believes he is losing his mind, Darla is actually alive and working with Wolfram & Hart to destabilize him. Written and directed by series co-creator Joss Whedon

The episode provides backstory on Angelus's past in 1860 London, specifically his first encounter with Drusilla , whom he sought to destroy by driving her insane before turning her into a vampire.