What Happens To Deran At The End Of Animal Kingdom

Alright, gather 'round, folks. I've got a tale to spin about our favorite rule-bending, tattooed, and slightly unhinged character from Animal Kingdom, Deran Cody. You know, the one who's got more charm than a room full of puppies, and more secrets than a politician's closet. So, buckle up, 'cause we're diving into that murky, mysterious world of his to find out what happens at the end of the show. Spoilers ahead, so if you haven't watched the finale yet, you might want to skedaddle.

Deran's Big Secret

Now, let's rewind a bit. Remember that bombshell Deran dropped in the finale? The one where he revealed he's been moonlighting as a secret agent, saving the world one shady deal at a time? No? Well, neither does anyone else, 'cause that's not what happened. But wouldn't it have been awesome if it did?

In reality, Deran's big secret was a lot less James Bond and a lot more... well, let's just say it involved a certain someone named Lucy and a whole lot of feelings. You know, the kind that make grown men squirm and say things like, "It's complicated." But hey, who are we to judge? Love's a funny thing, right?

Deran's New Normal

So, with the cat out of the bag, Deran's world turns upside down. He's got the Codys breathing down his neck, Lucy giving him the cold shoulder, and a whole heap of drama to wade through. But you know what? Our boy Deran doesn't just sit back and take it. No, sir. He rolls up his sleeves, puts on his best smile, and decides it's high time he took control of his life.

And that, my friends, is when things get interesting. Deran starts making some serious changes. He's selling the bar, moving out of the family home, and even considering a career change. I mean, can you imagine Deran Cody in a suit, sitting behind a desk? I can't, but apparently, he can. Go figure.

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Deran's Big Goodbye

Now, you might be thinking, "But what about the Codys? Surely they're not just gonna let Deran waltz off into the sunset without a fight." And you'd be right. The Codys aren't exactly known for their subtle goodbyes. But even they can't deny that Deran's earned his freedom.

So, in true Cody fashion, they throw him a send-off party. And I'm not talking about some sad little gathering with a few beers and some stale chips. No, this is a full-blown Cody bash, complete with booze, drama, and even a surprise appearance from a certain someone (hint: it's not Lucy). It's a night to remember, and not just because of the hangover the next day.

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Deran's New Beginning

And then, just like that, Deran Cody is gone. No more early morning calls from Pope, no more family dinners with the Codys, no more looking over his shoulder. It's just Deran, his truck, and the open road. It's a new beginning, and it's all his.

But here's the thing, folks. Even though Deran's left the Cody chaos behind, that doesn't mean he's left it all behind. You know how it is with families. They might drive you crazy, but they're still family. And sure enough, just as Deran's about to drive off into the sunset, he gets a call. It's Pope. And guess what? The Codys need him. Again.

So, does Deran hang up, drive off into the sunset, and live happily ever after? Or does he pick up, turn that truck around, and dive headfirst back into the Cody craziness? Well, that, my friends, is a story for another time. But one thing's for sure - wherever Deran Cody goes, whatever he does, it's always one heck of a ride.