Gen V: Why did Sam kill the security guards?

In the Gen V episode "Welcome to the Monster Club," a party takes place that no one can remember. Marie and Jordan wake up together, causing both of them to feel butterflies. However, it is revealed that during the time no one can recall, subcutaneous tracking devices were implanted in their bodies. Marie can sense these devices with her power but struggles to share her feelings with Jordan, as Cate repeatedly wipes her memories.Emma's visit with Sam further unravels the truth about Cate. In Sam's mental trauma, Emma appears to him as a puppet, taunting him and triggering a psychotic episode. Sam imagines the Vought security team as puppets and mercilessly kills them. It is hinted that Sam has killed around 12 security guards, raising questions about their morality and the extent of the conspiracy they have uncovered.Sam and Emma form a bond, and both could benefit from having someone who respects and listens to them. However, the situation becomes complicated. Emma shares with Marie that Cate has visited Sam's cell and repeatedly wiped Luke's memory of him. Just as the core crew of supes prepares to confront Rufus, Emma reveals this information, leading Cate to touch Andre's temples and allow him to remember everything she made him forget. Andre, shattered and angry, considers Cate a monster.In the ongoing storyline of Gen V, it appears that Andre, Marie, Jordan, Emma, and Sam are fighting against a larger conspiracy. The extent of this conspiracy and the challenges they may face remain to be seen.