My relationship with the show it definitely changed, there was a time in which the hiatus was terrible, now I do not freak out for the waiting as I used to do, but when the show is back I realize how much I missed the team, especially when I enjoy an episode as I enjoyed this one.
I loved the all conspiracy/terrorism, and the CIA vs. FBI storyline, I appreciated also the fact that the writers brought up Hodgins storyline, not that I think that they did any justice to him, but at least they didn't behave like this isn't a huge elephant in the room that everybody pretend not to see.
I liked Danny character, even though no matter how buddy-buddy he was with Booth, I don't see how he could get away for sleeping with someone he was supposed to protect and be professional with, most of all because there were a matter of national security behind the all mess...so...
Said that I have to say that I miss a serious storyline for Booth, it's been 9 years and we don't know anything about his past as soldier, just some hint here and then, but we didn't really get to have a serious insight in a part of his life that clearly contributed to make of him the man he is.
And again... why Booth seams not to have any friends from his life before the Jeffersonian? I would love to see him interact with someone like Danny, who shared his past... but it's like his life starts and ends with Brennan, and sometimes I miss to see what's behind the curtains.
By the way I really enjoyed the episode, not really cared about Daisy plot or the insurance thing, but I missed them all, so I'm more than happy for their return!