Why did Lumen really leave?
In the end of season 5 of Dexter, Lumen suddenly leaves, even though they made the perfect couple.
The reason she gives, that she no longer has the need to kill while Dexter still does, feels very weak and far from being sufficient, so I'm pretty sure there is other reason or reasons.
What are those real reasons? Is this explained somewhere at some point, in show or outside the show, e.g. interview with actor or producer of the show? (I did not watch further seasons yet.)
Best Answer
It is never further explained beyond this point. However, there are some things to consider:
Lumen did have a fiancé and it's possible that she wants to return to her alleged life in Minneapolis, MN.
As the show continues, her departure does a few things/is used as a plot device (Minor Spoilers Ahead):
Sets the stage for future seasons, which continues to show how "human" Dexter is becoming by showing his feelings/vulnerabilities, which causes more insane plots.
Establishes Dexter's themes & tone (no matter what Dexter does, the "universe" never lets him get exactly what he wants).
And in the final season, one can see how another character has aspects or elements of each of Dexter's previous love interests (sex appeal of Lila, the nuturing aspect of Rita, and the ideal partner in crime like Lumen). This also feeds into other concepts, full-circling the series (or really, Dexter's childhood trauma) by indirectly tying back to Dexter's mother.
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Why did Lumen leave in Dexter?
The two then systematically hunt down and kill Lumen's abusers, and in the process become lovers. Lumen leaves Dexter in the season finale, however, after realizing she no longer feels the need to kill.Does Lumen return to Dexter?
Joining in the fifth season, Stiles played Lumen Pierce, a woman who befriended Dexter after he killed a man who'd abused her. Lumen was one of the only people who ever really got close to him, even helping him with kills. But she left him at the end of the season, explaining she no longer wanted to live that life.Does Deb let Lumen go?
Conveniently, the show never had to face the tough dramatic questions because a gauzy sheet blocked Deb's view of her vigilante brother and Lumen. Debra offered strong bark but no bite, ultimately choosing to let them go.Lumen Explained - IMPORTANT Tips for UE5
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