Ep 13. The Red Barn

The Mentalist season 5 episode 13, titled "The Red Barn," begins with Patrick Jane accompanying Agent Lisbon to her hometown of Chicago, where they are investigating a case involving the murder of a wealthy man named Sherman Trout. The case takes them to a small town outside of Chicago, where they discover an abandoned red barn that may hold the key to the murder.

As they begin to investigate the barn, they uncover a web of secrets and lies that implicates not only the victim's family, but also several members of the small town's community. Jane uses his powers of observation to interview suspects and piece together clues, while Lisbon works to keep him focused and on track.

The case takes a personal turn when Jane encounters a woman from his past who is now living in the small town. As they reconnect, he begins to suspect that she may have some involvement in the murder, and struggles to reconcile his feelings for her with his duty as an investigator.

As the investigation continues, the team uncovers more and more evidence that points to a sinister conspiracy involving the victim's family and the town's corrupt sheriff. With time running out, they must work together to uncover the truth and bring the killers to justice.

Along the way, Jane grapples with his own demons, including his ongoing struggle to find closure for the murder of his wife and daughter. As the tension mounts and the stakes get higher, he must rely on his colleagues and his own intuition to solve the case and bring a killer to justice.

Tense and suspenseful, "The Red Barn" is a thrilling episode of The Mentalist that will leave viewers on the edge of their seats. With its twists and turns, it showcases the show's signature blend of intrigue, romance, and nail-biting drama. Fans of the show will not want to miss this thrilling chapter in the ongoing saga of Patrick Jane and his quest for justice.