Ep 5. Fake It 'Til You Make It

In "Fake It 'Til You Make It," the fifth episode of NCIS season 15, the team investigates a series of crimes that all seem to be connected to a high-end matchmaking service called One and Done. When a body is discovered at one of their events, the team sets out to find the killer and discover their motive.

As they delve deeper into the case, the team realizes that the matchmaking service is not what it seems. Instead of simply connecting people for romance, One and Done is actually a front for a massive fraud scheme that has been bilking clients out of millions of dollars.

The team's investigation leads them to a wealthy businessman named Tyler Elliott, who is the mastermind behind the One and Done scheme. They discover that he has been using the money from the fraud to fund his lavish lifestyle and keep his gambling debts at bay.

Meanwhile, Agent Gibbs confronts his own personal demons as he grapples with the aftermath of a traumatic event from his past. With the help of his team and his therapist, he begins to work through his trauma and come to terms with what happened.

As the team closes in on Elliott, they discover that he is planning to flee the country with his ill-gotten gains. In a race against time, the team must stop him before he can make his escape and bring him to justice for his crimes.

In the end, the team is able to apprehend Elliott and bring him to trial. They also help the victims of the One and Done scheme to recover their stolen money and start to rebuild their lives.

Overall, "Fake It 'Til You Make It" is a thrilling episode of NCIS that combines intrigue, action, and personal growth for the characters. It is a testament to the show's ability to keep viewers engaged season after season.