In a brutal interrogation, the police accuse Danny of being responsible for his lover's death. Confronted with incriminating evidence, he understands that he is being framed. Just as his pursuit for the truth hits a low, he is knocked sideways by a devastating revelation. In the depths of despair, the only person who can help him is Scottie. Using Scottie's extensive political connections, they plunge into a Westminster world of power that threatens to swallow both of them.

Following another death Danny finds his allies deserting him but decides to go public with Alex's research. After an unwelcome visit from his parents who say they are being used to ensnare him he calls on Frances, who surprises him with a revelation about her family, her own life as a spy and her influence on her son. This in turn leads Danny to identify his lover's killer.