The episode begins with Rusty confronting Kyle about photos of him outside Carolyn’s house. Kyle admits he found out about the affair and went to Carolyn’s house to understand why Rusty kept visiting her. Rusty’s anger leads to a heated argument, and Barbara intervenes, sending Rusty away. As Rusty leaves, he recalls moments with Carolyn.
Barbara chastises Rusty for his prosecutor-like interrogation of Kyle, leading to another argument. At work, Raymond and Rusty discuss the case, with Raymond hinting that Rusty is being self-centered. Meanwhile, Rusty’s secretary Eugenia discovers she’s on Molto’s witness list and isn’t pleased.
Barbara meets the bartender, Clifton, who introduces himself and they have a conversation. Rusty receives a call from Detective Rigo about a DNA match in the Bunny Davis case, leading them to question Brian Ratzer. However, their questioning yields little information, causing frustration.
Rusty has disturbing dreams about Carolyn and finds Barbara anxiously cleaning Kyle’s bike, worried he might become a suspect. Kyle’s therapy session doesn’t progress well, and the therapist suggests separate therapists for each family member. Nico advises Molto to be less hostile towards witnesses, and Raymond requests a meeting with the prosecution.
Mya questions Rusty about the night of Carolyn’s murder. Rusty recounts his frustration, going to a bar, and then arguing with Carolyn at her house. Mya is skeptical about the duration of the argument. Raymond and Mya decide not to let Rusty testify. Rusty continues investigating Brian Ratzer, who looks Rusty up online.
Rusty tries to apologize to Barbara, but she’s at the bar with Clifton. However, she later has sex with Rusty. Raymond confronts the prosecution about their weak case and offers a plea deal. Nico reveals shocking evidence to Raymond – Rusty’s DNA was found under Carolyn’s fingernails.
As Rusty processes this news, Brian Ratzer shows up at his house, leading to a violent confrontation where Rusty unleashes his anger on Brian.
The fourth episode ramps up the pace and delves deeper into the complex relationships and mounting tension. Rusty’s confrontations with his family and his struggle with the case’s developments highlight his growing desperation. The episode effectively balances personal drama with legal intrigue, keeping us engaged.
Rusty’s actions paint him as the typical cheating husband, more concerned with the fallout of his affair than genuine remorse. His inability to handle the consequences of his actions makes it difficult to sympathize with him. Raymond’s assessment of Rusty’s character is spot-on, emphasizing his self-centeredness.
The reveal of Rusty’s DNA under Carolyn’s fingernails adds a significant twist, raising stakes and suspicions. The closing scene, where Rusty violently confronts Brian, showcases his unraveling state and sets the stage for further chaos.
Despite strong character portrayals and gripping moments, the series still lacks the magnetic pull of a standout murder mystery. However, Episode 4’s developments hint at more thrilling episodes to come.
