The episode picks up right where we left off, with Tommy interrogating Rusty about his affair with Carolyn. Rusty abruptly leaves, followed by Raymond, who blames Rusty for ruining his career. Back home, Rusty confesses to Barbara that he’s a suspect in Carolyn’s murder. Barbara is stunned, especially since Rusty admitted the affair had recently rekindled.
Rusty delves deeper into the autopsy report and confronts the medical examiner, Painless, about concealed evidence. Meanwhile, Tommy suspects Rusty is mentally unwell, but Nico urges him to stick to the evidence. Barbara, disturbed by crime scene photos, demands Rusty tell their children the truth. The family dinner turns emotional as Rusty struggles to explain his actions to his kids.
Later, police arrive with a search warrant and take Rusty’s DNA sample. In a tense therapy session, Rusty admits there’s enough evidence on his devices to incriminate him. On the news, Nico vows to find Carolyn’s killer. Desperate, Rusty asks Raymond to be his lawyer, but Raymond declines, feeling betrayed.
Rusty eventually reaches out to Detective Rigo, who agrees to help but insists on honesty. Rusty interrogates Liam Reynolds again, offering a deal for information, but Liam mocks him. Rigo supports Rusty but warns against deceit. At home, Rusty receives a call confirming he is the father of Carolyn’s child. Police arrive to arrest him, leading to a media frenzy.
In court, Raymond represents Rusty, securing a speedy trial date and bail. The episode ends with Rusty receiving a mysterious text: “You were there. I saw you.”
The second episode dials back the pace significantly. After the whirlwind of events in the premiere, this episode takes a more methodical approach, focusing on the fallout of Rusty’s affair. We see Rusty grappling with the crumbling pieces of his personal and professional life, highlighting his isolation and desperation.
The highlight of the episode is Raymond’s reluctant transition from feeling betrayed to defending Rusty in court. This shift underscores the complex dynamics between characters and raises the stakes for the unfolding legal drama.
However, the investigation itself feels lackluster. The connection to Liam Reynolds doesn’t add much momentum, and the scenes involving him are frustratingly repetitive. Carolyn’s hidden evidence presents an intriguing twist, yet we still know little about her character, leaving a gap in understanding her motives and personality.
While this episode focuses on character development and setting up future conflicts, it lacks the intensity and intrigue of the first episode. Here’s hoping the upcoming episodes ramp up the suspense and deliver a more engaging narrative.
