Ep 2. The Real Killer

Alice Vaughan, a private investigator, is still trying to come to grips with the news that her fiancé, whom she trusted with everything, is actually working for an enemy syndicate that she has been tracing for years. In "The Real Killer," episode 2 of season 1, Alice has more worries as she is now the prime suspect for a murder that she didn't commit.

The episode opens with Alice having a nightmare about killing a man at the secluded beach house that she and Ben had shared. The scene is visceral and unsettling, as she wakes up to the realization that someone else did actually commit the crime. The victim is revealed to be The Hammer, one of the criminals on Alice's list. The case becomes even more complicated when Assistant U.S Attorney, Margot Bishop, informs Alice that she is under investigation for the murder.

Determined to clear her name, Alice turns to the rest of her team for information, but can't seem to shake off the suspicion that some of them might be involved in the murder. Alice also contacts Ben to warn him that he may be in danger since whoever killed The Hammer might come looking for him next. Ben, however, brushes off her concerns, another indication of the trust that has been broken between them.

As Alice and her team investigate the crime scene, they start to piece together that there was a real killer, and that the murder was staged to make it look like Alice had committed the crime. As they get further into the investigation, Alice realizes that her trusted team is not as reliable as she once thought. Her own employees are lying to her, and she must confront each one of them to unravel the mystery.

Throughout the episode, Alice shows her expertise in investigation and the high stakes of her job as a private investigator. She uses her wits to try to prove her innocence and find the real killer, all while trying to keep her emotions in check. Meanwhile, she must also deal with her feelings of betrayal and hurt towards Ben, who she believed truly loved her.

The plot of "The Real Killer" is thrilling, with a surprise ending that will keep viewers on the edge of their seats. The episode is well-directed, and the pacing is just right. The character development is also notable, as the audience is given an insight into Alice's personality and how she processes difficult situations. Her vulnerability is shown, but so is her strength and determination to get to the truth.

Overall, "The Real Killer" is a gripping episode that draws the audience in and keeps them entertained with its twists and turns. It showcases the skills of both Alice and her team and is an excellent example of how well-crafted detective stories can be.