Belinda’s fear is real. She knows Greg – or “Gary,” as he calls himself – isn’t who he claims to be. She knows he’s evaded the law before, possibly even gotten away with murder.
But when she turns to Fabian, the general manager of The White Lotus Thai Resort, for help, he does nothing.
Why? Why would someone in his position refuse to step in when a guest’s safety is on the line?
Why Does Fabian Protect Guests with Criminal Pasts?
Fabian’s job isn’t just about hospitality – it’s about discretion. At a resort like The White Lotus, where the elite escape their troubles, part of the unwritten rule is simple: keep secrets, ask no questions, and ensure the resort remains a safe haven for its most valuable guests.
Greg, or “Gary,” isn’t just another visitor. He’s a well-connected, wealthy regular, and that means something in Fabian’s world.
For Fabian, keeping Greg’s secrets isn’t about personal loyalty – it’s about maintaining the resort’s reputation. Belinda, though a fellow White Lotus employee, will eventually leave.
Greg, however, will keep coming back, spending money, and ensuring that The White Lotus remains a refuge for people like him. Fabian likely understands that Greg isn’t the only one hiding from a past.
The resort likely plays host to plenty of “LBHs” (Losers Back Home), men who have fled scandals, financial crimes, or worse. Rocking the boat means jeopardizing more than just one guest’s stay – it could mean unraveling an entire network of secrecy that keeps the resort running.
Does Fabian Know That Greg Murdered Tanya?
Greg returning to a White Lotus property after his wife Tanya’s suspicious death is, at best, highly questionable. Why would he willingly put himself back in the spotlight? The only logical explanation is that he feels protected. But by whom?
It’s entirely possible that The White Lotus Thai Resort operates under an unofficial agreement: people with money and power can seek refuge here, free from scrutiny, as long as they don’t bring trouble to the doorstep.
Fabian’s job isn’t just about running the resort – it’s about keeping this arrangement intact. If Greg did indeed have something to do with Tanya’s death, Fabian may already know. Worse, he may have been instructed to ignore it.
There’s also the possibility that Greg didn’t stumble upon this resort by chance. Someone may have told him that this was a place where people “who don’t want to be found” can go without facing questions.
If Fabian is part of a larger system designed to shield these individuals, stepping in to help Belinda could mean putting himself at risk.
Is Fabian’s Silence a Strategic Move?
Fabian isn’t just brushing off Belinda’s concerns – he’s making a calculated decision. By doing nothing, he ensures that the balance of power remains intact. He doesn’t want to poke a hornet’s nest, especially when that nest is filled with people who could easily make him disappear.
It’s also worth noting that, as the right-hand man of Sritala Hollinger, co-owner of the resort, Fabian’s ultimate loyalty likely lies with the business itself.
If The White Lotus has developed an underground reputation as a sanctuary for the ultra-wealthy and morally compromised, then exposing Greg could unravel everything. And Fabian? He’s not about to be the one to light that match.
What Does This Mean for Belinda?
For Belinda, Fabian’s inaction is more than just frustrating – it’s terrifying. She came to him because she believed he was the one person who could help, and instead, he left her to fend for herself.
This raises serious questions about her safety. If Greg is truly dangerous, and if The White Lotus is actively covering for him, where does that leave her?
With no allies and no protection, Belinda is on her own. And if history has taught us anything about The White Lotus, it’s that characters who know too much rarely walk away unscathed.
Final Thoughts: Is Fabian the Villain or Just Another Cog in the Machine?
Fabian’s refusal to help Belinda isn’t just about Greg – it’s about something much bigger. It’s about the power dynamics at play within The White Lotus and the unspoken rules that govern places like it.
He may not be the one committing crimes, but by staying silent, he becomes complicit. Whether he’s protecting himself, the resort, or something even more sinister, one thing is clear: at The White Lotus, survival isn’t about doing what’s right. It’s about knowing when to look the other way.
About The White Lotus
The White Lotus is an American satire comedy television miniseries created, written, and directed by Mike White that premiered on HBO on July 11, 2021. Season 1 was set in Hawaii, and season 2 in Sicily.
The White Lotus follows the vacations of various hotel guests over a week as they relax and rejuvenate in paradise. But with each passing day, a darker complexity emerges in these picture-perfect travelers, the hotel’s cheerful employees, and the idyllic locale itself.
Jennifer Coolidge and John Gries star in both seasons with a rotating cast in the two seasons. The series was renewed for a third season.
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