Ep 20. Baby Love

Jarod discovers an abandoned baby and, moved by feelings of loneliness, decides to look after it until he can find its mother. As a result, Jarod's maternal instincts are put to the test as he uncovers a scandal revolving around the baby's mysterious origins. Meanwhile, Miss Parker is on Jarod's trail and working alongside the mysterious Mr. Lyle to uncover his whereabouts, leading to a dramatic showdown that will change the course of Jarod's life forever.

In this emotionally charged episode, Jarod's capacity for compassion is tested to the limit as he cares for the abandoned baby, struggling with the responsibilities of parenthood and the pull of his own background as a missing child. As he seeks to uncover the truth about the baby's identity and the reasons for its abandonment, he finds himself drawn into a web of lies and deceit that threatens to ensnare him.

Meanwhile, Miss Parker's determination to bring Jarod back to The Centre leads her down a dangerous path, as she goes head-to-head with Mr. Lyle, a mysterious figure who has his own agenda when it comes to Jarod. With tensions rising and emotions running high, the stage is set for a dramatic showdown that will test the limits of Jarod's abilities and change the course of his life forever.

With a gripping plot and powerful performances, Baby Love is a standout episode from an already impressive first season of The Pretender. With its exploration of themes of identity, parenthood and the true meaning of family, it is sure to stay with viewers long after the final credits roll.