: She finds a rare window of influence over Peter, attempting to mold him into a leader "for the people". However, she remains cautious, aware of how quickly his temperament can change.
: Feeling his influence threatened by the rise of secular "science," the Archbishop attempts to dissuade Peter from these new ideas, ultimately causing the Emperor to reconsider his progressive stance. Analysis of Themes [S1E6] Parachute
The "parachute" of the title is a literal science experiment conducted by a servant named Vlad. Peter is so enthralled by the concept that he tests it by attaching a dog to a prototype and dropping it from the palace roof—much to Catherine's horror. Fortunately, the parachute deploys correctly and the dog survives. Key Character Developments : She finds a rare window of influence