Beleaguered columnist Denise fast-tracks a romance with mysterious pianist Chris. A detective uses illegal means to acquire a conviction on a murder case.
Denise learns some disturbing things about her new boyfriend, and her confrontation proves to be a deciding moment in their relationship. Detective Hyde works with her partner Keenan Albertson on the case of Gillian Peters.
Detective Hyde is put on administrative leave. Other frustrations mount between her police colleagues. Chris and Denise follow through with their side of the agreement with their cryptic neighbor.
