Ep 18. Behind the Red Curtain

Patrick Jane and the team investigate the murder of a backstage magician at a Las Vegas casino. The victim was shot in the chest with a crossbow during his performance and died on stage in front of a live audience, leading the team to believe that the murderer is likely someone within the magic community.

As they delve deeper into the case, they discover that the victim had recently been involved in a bitter disagreement with another magician, who may have had motive for the killing. However, the investigation takes a turn when they learn that the victim's wife was having an affair with yet another magician, raising further suspicions about the possible culprits.

Meanwhile, Jane struggles with his own emotions as he continues to come to terms with his feelings for Lisbon. He finds himself increasingly distracted by her presence, causing him to second-guess his actions and question whether or not he should reveal his true feelings.

As the team works to solve the case, they encounter a number of twists and turns, each leading them closer to the truth behind the murder. Ultimately, Jane realizes that the killer may be closer than he ever could have imagined, and he must act quickly to prevent any further harm from coming to those involved.

As the episode comes to a close, Jane is left to confront his own emotions and consider his next steps, as the team comes together to solve yet another complex and intriguing case.