**Disclaimer: The following article contains spoilers for Outlander: Blood of My Blood Season 2 Episode 5. Reader discretion is advised.**Julia committed her first murder in Outlander: Blood of My Blood Season 2 Episode 5 and just like that, things got tougher for Claire's mother in the prequel series. As Claire Fraser's mother, Julia occupies an important place in the larger Outlander mythology, given her time-traveling adventure with Henry and baby William, which brought them to the past, in the 18th century.Although Julia and Claire belong to different generations and face circumstances shaped by their respective worlds, their responses to adversity reveal a striking similarity. Like Claire, who was fiercely protective of Jamie and was even ready to commit a crime to protect her family, Julia followed a similar path.Claire's mother killed Seema in Outlander: Blood of My Blood Season 2 Episode 5, when she threatened to kill baby William. Julia's shocking actions not only set a dire future for her but prove that she embodies her daughter's strength and courage, particularly when the people she loves are at stake.Julia killed Seema in Outlander: Blood of My Blood Season 2 Episode 5A still from Blood of My Blood Season 2 (Image via Instagram/@outlander_starz)Desperate times call for desperate measures and Julia proved this in Outlander: Blood of My Blood Season 2 Episode 5.In the latest episode of the spin-off series, Seema was hell-bent on killing Julia and claiming her identity. It turns out that Seema had developed genuine feelings for Henry and she threatened to expose Julia's secret in front of Lord Lovat. Julia was well aware that Lord Lovat would be furious after learning the truth about Julia's marriage to Henry and would separate her from baby William, whom he believes is destined to claim the Throne in the future. In a bid to save herself and her baby, Julia entered into a physical brawl with Seema and gained the upper hand. She eventually strangled Seema to death and saved herself and baby William.While Julia's shocking decision to commit murder was self-defense in Outlander: Blood of My Blood Season 2 Episode 5, it was highly reminiscent of Claire's courage and determination in the original series. Beyond their blood ties, both Claire and Julia found themselves in similar circumstances after time-traveling through the stones and being separated from their respective husbands. While Claire's story took a wildly different turn and she met Jamie in the 18th century, Julia's husband followed suit, but they remain separated.Julia's courage in Outlander: Blood of My Blood Season 2 recalls Claire's refusal to back down View this post on Instagram Instagram PostOne of the most interesting ways to understand Julia's bravery in front of Seema in Outlander: Blood of My Blood Season 2 is to compare her response to adversity with Claire's behaviour throughout the original series. Like her mother, Claire was plucked from the security of her home and thrown into the dangerous 18th century in Outlander. While Claire's circumstances were starkly different from her time in the 20th century, she did not let fear rule her and bravely stood up to powerful men and challenged the rigid customs of the 18th century.Julia's actions in Outlander: Blood of My Blood Season 2 Episode 5 are highly reminiscent of Claire's in Outlander, when a few redcoats took her and Jamie at gunpoint. Channeling Rupert and Angus' recent training, Claire murdered one of the redcoats in cold blood to save Jamie, proving she was different from the women of her time.Julia's courage in Episode 5 brings Claire's quality into focus. Her actions suggest a woman prepared to face difficult circumstances rather than surrendering simply because the odds are against her. Both Julia and Claire come across as strong women in the Outlander universe, who are willing to confront situations that demand strength, even when doing so carries considerable personal risk.The latest episode of Outlander: Blood of My Blood Season 2 is just one among many that highlights Julia's undying connection to her daughter. The prequel proves that while Julia was tragically separated from her daughter at a young age, her qualities of determination and strength were passed on to Claire, which made her a memorable protagonist in the original series.For the latest scoops on your favorite TV shows and movies, follow SoapCentral.