This episode is a turning point for Jake. He ignores his "cop" duties to become a .
Jake relates to the cookie, perhaps reflecting his own flexible nature as a shapeshifter. [S4E13] Princess Cookie
His desire to be a princess is dismissed because he doesn't "look" like one. This episode is a turning point for Jake
The climax on the cliff is a heavy, metaphorical depiction of a mental health crisis. [S4E13] Princess Cookie
Jake allows himself to be "captured" and even goes to prison for the cookie, proving his loyalty to a person over a system.