When Agents Mei and Kelton discover bizarre and frightening links between the abduction of Sara Collins and another high-profile crime, the investigation accelerates and unthinkable motives are considered. Senator Collins experiences some weak moments and Jessica brings herself closer to Marcy and Max. All the while, Judy Nash finds herself in a position with leverage and the investigation takes a new turn.

The mystery and conspiracy continue to unravel as FBI agents Mei, Kelton and Tyner investigate a gruesome crime scene while things heat up between Judy Nash and her competition when they meet for drinks. Kelton makes an early-morning visit to the Collins estate to deliver news to an already distraught Senator Collins, who is planning and preparing for the tense trip to Washington and the all-important vote on Judge Wallace Rainer for the Supreme Court. The case takes an unexpected turn when Judy Nash reconnects will old friend Daniel Lucas.