Ep 3. A Couple of Choices

After the first two episodes of the show Medium, which introduced the audience to the paranormal world of Allison Dubois and the psychic abilities she possesses, comes the third episode, named "A Couple of Choices."

This episode revolves around Allison's work towards solving a murder case working alongside Phoenix Detective Lee Scanlon. The episode starts with a scene where Allison's husband Joe and their children are sitting in the kitchen as Allison walks in with a fresh case file. Joe is the supportive husband, as always, who stands by his wife's work and listens empathetically to her narrative of the case.

Allison arrives at the crime scene where she learns about the murder of a young girl in a park. It is a copycat of a murder that happened a few years ago, perpetrated by the notorious Phoenix Killer. As she begins conducting her psychic investigation, Allison meets Detective Scanlon, and she immediately realizes that he has abilities similar to her own.

The story then unfolds with multiple twists and turns, keeping the viewers glued to their screens. Allison and Scanlon team up to investigate the case, and they follow leads as they navigate through the streets of Phoenix. Meanwhile, in the backdrop, Allison's personal life is undergoing its own turmoil, as she has to navigate her way through Joe's sister's baby shower, where some family tensions come to the fore.

As the investigation progresses, Allison discovers some shocking truths about the victim's life and links the murder back to the Phoenix Killer. With her psychic visions, Allison pieces together vital clues that link the new killing to the Phoenix Killer. However, as the investigation progresses, they realize that the case is not as simple as they thought, and someone else might be involved.

The episode finally culminates in the revelation of the actual murderer, which leaves the viewers guessing till the end. It is a bittersweet ending with Allison's visions eventually leading her to bring justice to the victim, but at the same time, there is an underlying feeling of helplessness as they are unable to find the killer before he strikes again.

As Allison returns home, relieved after a long day's work, she faces the immediate crisis of meeting up with her brother-in-law and his wife, who are currently visiting. However, things take an unexpected turn as Allison finds herself faced with a choice that could alter her family's dynamic in a significant way. The episode ends with viewers left to anticipate how Allison would choose and the repercussions her choices could entail.

To sum it up, episode 3, "A Couple of Choices," is an exciting and engaging episode that showcases the strengths of the show Medium, drawing the audience in through the combination of the supernatural elements, the case investigation, and the personal dynamics of the Dubois family. It sets the tone for the rest of the season and keeps the viewer eagerly waiting to see what will happen next.