We've only been getting tiny glimpses of Frances here and there, and it's mostly limited to his interactions with Tank. It will be nice to give him more of his own story.

Hmmm. That's an interesting idea about Lillian. That might be something she'd want to do, if she's that sort of person (and she might not be). It would only work if Frances doesn't do so himself. It would only be a problem if he plans to "fake it" and do as his father wants.

Yeah, the musical connection might put her in contact with Ripp, or one of his ilk. There's a very good chance of that.