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A man had to drop out of school before she can complete a degree in forensic science to help her family HD ( Drama, Mystery, Thriller )
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00:00:30Congressional Candidate Michael Cunningham
00:00:58is still in mourning after his wife, Gloria, was murdered in their family home.
00:01:03A police spokesperson insists that the shocking invasion and murder was targeted and assured
00:01:09concerned community members.
00:01:11This is a nice thing to do.
00:01:28Morning, Harold.
00:01:35Hey, hey.
00:01:36Morning, Harold.
00:01:37I'm late.
00:01:38Had to stop and get some essential supplies.
00:01:40Extra cream, extra sugar, right?
00:01:42Relax, Coach.
00:01:43It's black.
00:01:44Hey.
00:01:45Those new respirators come in?
00:01:46Yep.
00:01:47I just picked them on my way over.
00:01:48I knew there was a reason I made you my partner.
00:01:49You make a great team.
00:01:50Yes, we do.
00:01:51Let's start upstairs.
00:01:52Huh.
00:01:53Not too bad.
00:01:54That's better than Vasquez's job, remember that?
00:01:55Ugh.
00:01:56I'll never be able to look at a guitar the same way again.
00:01:57What?
00:01:58Oh, ok.
00:01:59H светled man .
00:02:04I think yes, pink.
00:02:05Howe thisACHord town's gonna spin through this room?
00:02:09Oh, why didn't you add music?
00:02:11This was cool to see you too.
00:02:12too busy.
00:02:13Got into a few ps but I must be alone.
00:02:14It's supposed to be just a dark place.
00:02:15It's před move.
00:02:16Now, you're a father and then over there,
00:02:18while I was spierunk.
00:02:19Vergar shah with me and can call him me.
00:02:23so that's him huh michael cunningham the politician yeah and that beautiful wife is
00:02:44who would go and kill a nice looking lady like that i don't know whoever he is he's going to do
00:02:49a lot of time well with the right evidence okay here we go like what okay so newsome stops by that
00:03:01afternoon to persuade gloria not to testify against him which she refuses yeah smart lady
00:03:09except that night cunningham goes to a campaign rally newsome breaks in kills gloria yeah yeah
00:03:17and cunningham comes home just in time to see newsome running out of the house and he gets shot
00:03:20i saw that on the news okay newsome gets away but he forgets something so let me guess fingerprints
00:03:28shoe prints it was a rainy night forensics found shoe prints by the back door from the same shoes
00:03:35he's wearing later hopefully slashing it whoa wait a second so they got the guy on his sneaker prints
00:03:41come on that's like a bad cinderella story or they got the wrong guy think about it how did newsome
00:03:50get into the house i have no idea there's no signs of fourth century yeah well where'd the shot come
00:03:56from genius looks like he got michael just as he came around the corner poor guy never knew what hit him
00:04:03huh they want to lock up this case they really need to find that murder weapon well maybe the cops
00:04:12already did well news didn't say oh i hate big drugs yeah hi
00:04:23hey no rest for the wicked we gotta drop this by 5 30. oh jeez i didn't realize what time it was
00:04:34you want to take off drop it off and call it a day i'll drag your car home no i don't want to
00:04:37leave you to finish alone there's nothing left just a black light sweep a little detailing we split up
00:04:41we can get it done in half the time oh you're in a hurry you got a hot date hardly just my neighbor
00:04:47about time shirley holmes found her watson it's sierra she's trying out for community theater
00:04:52production and needs my help picking out an outfit for the audition she wants you as a fashion
00:04:59consultant and we're running lines yeah funny guy it's more like it don't wreck her you got it too
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00:08:32detective melissa parker can i ask you a few questions if you're up for it
00:08:36yeah sure you were inside the house when the fire broke out is that correct
00:08:40yes um i was actually here all afternoon i went to martin's cleaning service yeah i'm familiar
00:08:44with it i don't see a work van or anything oh no my partner harold martin he went to drop
00:08:49off a load at the waste facility uh huh so you're here alone i thought so
00:08:55can you tell me
00:08:57can you tell me how the fire started
00:08:59not really i mean i was
00:09:00finishing up cleaning and then the next thing i know the house is filled with fumes and smoke
00:09:04exactly where in the house were you the living room which
00:09:09is where i found this
00:09:14it's behind a bookcase behind a bookcase yeah it was like one of those secret passageway things
00:09:19you see in old movies but it wasn't it was just a hidden closet or something
00:09:23maybe it's the bird weapon why would you say that well the cunyans were shot and someone
00:09:29probably brought it back in there to hide it you realize it looks pretty incriminating you
00:09:35walking out of here with this i realized that but the house was on fire i had to make a choice
00:09:40either leave it there to get destroyed or take it with me and turn it in i think i made the right
00:09:45move did you touch the gun i don't touch evidence i learned that back in forensic science
00:09:53thank you for your time here's my card thanks do you think i'll be in touch
00:09:59not a word about this to anyone right do you need a ride oh no my partner's car is here
00:10:05actually the arson team is going to have to check the place and all the vehicles in the crime scene
00:10:09so i'll have an option to take you home thanks thanks for the ride you're welcome
00:10:29oh gabby hi oh gabby i'm so glad you're home safe i'm so sorry i missed the fashion show it has
00:10:40been a crazy night i got your text are you okay i was so worried when i didn't hear anything back
00:10:45i'm fine um it's just i'm just really wiped do you need anything i mean how can i help i just need a
00:10:53long shower and i just want to try to get to sleep are you sure maybe i could make you some tea
00:10:58yeah you really don't have to do that i want to if you're up for it you are going to make a great
00:11:04nurse number two i know right
00:11:10you know what's really weird is the gun was on top of the safe and not inside of it
00:11:15did someone plant it and who did it belong to in the first place
00:11:18well maybe the gun belonged to the cunninghams i mean people have guns yes but no matter who
00:11:25belonged to why would newsome stash it in the house and how would he know about the hidden compartment
00:11:32that is really random
00:11:36maybe someone was trying to frame him
00:11:40or help him
00:11:43i don't know well you know i'm not a mystery person
00:11:47i didn't even audition for that agatha christie play a few months ago and i auditioned for
00:11:51everything so
00:11:54you know it's hard to tell from the street how bad the damage was from the fire on the inside
00:11:58but it sure seemed like someone was trying to cover their tracks
00:12:01well at least you got out okay
00:12:03i don't see anything it's probably nothing just forget about it i'm just curious
00:12:18i'm sorry about the noise i didn't mean to bother you um no worries here let me help you
00:12:32oh i'm so sorry are you okay yeah you
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00:12:38here
00:12:39um let's try this again
00:12:41uh hi riley thomas your new neighbor in 106. i thought i'd try and move the rest of my stuff in
00:12:47tonight but um i guess i overloaded the box a little uh gabby st clair i live uh over here 105.
00:12:55nice to meet you gabby nice to meet you i'm sierra hi sierra hi i live here too just down there
00:13:06in case you need anything
00:13:08got a spare stethoscope
00:13:10huh your outfit are you a doctor nurse oh nurse i hope
00:13:20um well i'd uh better get these inside it was nice to meet you two have a good night
00:13:27yeah good night
00:13:36good morning police are investigating a suspicious fire that damaged the home of congressional candidate
00:13:44michael cunningham three days ago cunningham was the victim of a home invasion in which his wife
00:13:49gloria was murdered and he was wounded cunningham remains in the hospital while the investigation
00:13:56into the cause of the fire is ongoing police say it is unrelated to the murder unrelated but what
00:14:03about the gun mr cunningham thanks everyone who's expressed sympathy for the tragic death of his wife
00:14:08and well wishes for a speedy recovery despite this devastating personal tragedy he will continue
00:14:15his congressional campaign polls report that cunningham's numbers have risen in the days since the murder
00:14:20she has taken the date of her death in the world which is the murder of her
00:14:24she's on the right hand side of the river
00:14:34she's been kidnapped
00:14:35I'm glad you're okay.
00:14:36We'll do when you come by, pick you up,
00:14:38and we'll go get it right now.
00:14:40No, no, no, I hate to pull you out.
00:14:42You know, you should be resting.
00:14:44You don't have to worry about me.
00:14:46I'm fine, really.
00:14:50Okay, so I'll see you later.
00:14:54I am so sorry I left you in there.
00:14:56There's no way you could have known, Harold.
00:14:58Yeah, but still.
00:15:00Hey, we're good.
00:15:05I'm so sorry about your neighbors.
00:15:07I just don't understand it.
00:15:08How on earth can anyone do such a thing?
00:15:11It's just not right.
00:15:12Did you know them well?
00:15:13The Cunninghams are amongst my dearest friends.
00:15:15Everyone that knew them just thought the world of them both.
00:15:17How long did you know them?
00:15:18Well, I lived next door for years.
00:15:20Oh, gosh, I guess it's been over a decade
00:15:22since they moved.
00:15:23Oh, my God.
00:15:24Oh, my God.
00:15:25Oh, my God.
00:15:26Oh, my God.
00:15:27Oh, my God.
00:15:28Oh, my God.
00:15:29Oh, my God.
00:15:30Oh, my God.
00:15:31Oh, my God.
00:15:32Oh, my God.
00:15:33It's been over a decade since they moved in.
00:15:37Barbara O'Connor.
00:15:38Oh, Gabby.
00:15:39Nice to meet you.
00:15:40I saw you last night in the ambulance.
00:15:42So glad you're okay.
00:15:44You in the house?
00:15:46Yeah, I was finishing up cleaning.
00:15:47I'm a crime scene cleaner.
00:15:48Oh, right.
00:15:49I remember seeing the van out front.
00:15:52Wonderful for Michael to have your help,
00:15:54what with everything that he's going through.
00:15:56I was so relieved to see him out of the hospital.
00:15:58The news made it sound like he would be laid out for days.
00:16:00Out of the hospital?
00:16:01Yes.
00:16:02I saw him here last night from my backyard.
00:16:04I was going to come over to see if he needed anything,
00:16:06but he must have just needed to pick some things up
00:16:08because he didn't stay very long.
00:16:09Do you know when he was here?
00:16:11I don't, but it wasn't too long before then the alarm went off,
00:16:17and then the smoke started.
00:16:19You saw smoke after Michael left?
00:16:22Sure did.
00:16:23It's a good thing he wasn't hanging around.
00:16:25Can you imagine being stuck in that fire?
00:16:27Oh, I mean, no offense of course.
00:16:32Oh, no, none taken.
00:16:33Um, it was nice meeting you.
00:16:36Likewise.
00:16:37Miss Sinclair, sorry to keep you waiting.
00:16:50What can I do for you?
00:16:51Detective.
00:16:52Hi, um, I was hoping we could discuss the case.
00:16:56The case?
00:16:57I know, sorry.
00:16:58It's just, uh, I think I might know who started the fire.
00:17:02Okay.
00:17:03I talked to one of the neighbors, Barbara O'Connor,
00:17:06and she said that she saw Michael Cunningham at the house last night
00:17:10just before the fire started.
00:17:12Let's talk in my office.
00:17:14I spoke to Mrs. O'Connor last night, and the other neighbors too.
00:17:24No one mentioned seeing Michael.
00:17:27That makes sense if you think about it.
00:17:29How's that?
00:17:30There's a hidden gun in the house.
00:17:32It's a pretty good chance it's the murder weapon.
00:17:34We're still waiting on ballistics.
00:17:36But let's say that it is.
00:17:38How did it get behind the bookcase?
00:17:40And how many people would have known about the hidden compartment?
00:17:43Just one.
00:17:45Gloria's murderer.
00:17:46Or an accomplice.
00:17:48We know who Gloria's murderer is.
00:17:50And Gil Newsome's already behind bars.
00:17:52But if Cunningham was there last night,
00:17:56and he did start the fire,
00:17:58it could only be for one reason.
00:18:01You think he burned down his own home
00:18:04to make sure no one found the murder weapon he used to kill his wife,
00:18:07even though he's not a suspect?
00:18:09It's possible.
00:18:11Look, I appreciate you're trying to help,
00:18:13but we've already checked that angle.
00:18:15Besides, Mr. and Mrs. Cunningham had,
00:18:17by all accounts, a loving marriage.
00:18:19And Mr. Cunningham had an alibi for the night of the murder
00:18:22and last night.
00:18:23I mean, he's still at the hospital.
00:18:24What?
00:18:25It's the first thing we checked.
00:18:26He won't be discharged till tomorrow.
00:18:28Whoever Mrs. O'Connor saw wasn't him.
00:18:31No more Nancy Drew.
00:18:35Alright?
00:18:38I'll show you Nancy Drew.
00:18:40That's not your line, Gabby.
00:18:42Dr. Walton says,
00:18:43nurse, get my husband on the phone.
00:18:44And then nurse number two says,
00:18:46um...
00:18:47Yes, ma'am.
00:18:48Yes, ma'am.
00:18:49Yes, ma'am.
00:18:50Yes, ma'am.
00:18:51Yes, ma'am.
00:18:52Morning, neighbors.
00:18:53Riley!
00:18:54Hey!
00:18:55Hi.
00:18:56I thought I'd take a break from unpacking
00:18:58and check out the neighborhood.
00:18:59Well, what can I get you, neighbor?
00:19:01Oh, um...
00:19:03How about a chicken salad on an everything bagel
00:19:07and a black coffee.
00:19:09Oh, black coffee, huh?
00:19:11Well, why don't you have a seat
00:19:13and I will be right back.
00:19:17She's a waitress slash actress.
00:19:20Not a nurse.
00:19:21Depends on how her next audition goes.
00:19:23Huh.
00:19:24You wanna sit down?
00:19:27Sure, thanks.
00:19:31So, how's the move coming along?
00:19:34Well, I have everything in.
00:19:37Now if I can just figure out where to put it.
00:19:39What brings you to town?
00:19:41That is an excellent question.
00:19:44I guess you could say I'm between jobs.
00:19:47I thought I'd take some time to recharge
00:19:49and get a fresh start, you know?
00:19:51Must be nice.
00:19:52What about you?
00:19:53What do you do?
00:19:55I do my best to avoid talking about what I do
00:19:58for as long as possible.
00:19:59What, are you some sort of secret agent
00:20:01or cat burglar, right?
00:20:03I clean crime scenes.
00:20:05Murders, accidents, that sort of thing.
00:20:07That's good. That's good.
00:20:09Oh, you're serious?
00:20:13For about five years now.
00:20:15Yeah, it's a real icebreaker on first dates.
00:20:17No, no, I was thinking that...
00:20:19That it's a weird way to make a living.
00:20:21That I must have a strong stomach.
00:20:23Or my favorite.
00:20:24At least I don't have to take my work home with me.
00:20:26I was thinking you must be a very caring person.
00:20:30Oh.
00:20:35Sorry.
00:20:36Yeah, sure.
00:20:37My partner.
00:20:39Hi, Harold.
00:20:42Slow down, Harold.
00:20:44That doesn't make any...
00:20:45What?
00:20:46Where are you?
00:20:48Okay, don't worry.
00:20:49I'm on my way.
00:20:51Is everything okay?
00:20:52The police just brought my partner, Harold, in for questioning.
00:20:54I have to go see him.
00:20:55Hey, you seem really upset.
00:20:57Why don't you let me drive you?
00:20:59I don't know.
00:21:00No, it's fine.
00:21:01Honestly, I'm right there.
00:21:03Okay.
00:21:17How are you doing?
00:21:18I don't know why I'm so nervous, it's just...
00:21:21I'm sure it's all just a formality.
00:21:23Right.
00:21:24Rating questioning.
00:21:25Yeah.
00:21:26All right.
00:21:27Deep breaths.
00:21:28It's all gonna be fine.
00:21:30You'll feel better once you get some more information.
00:21:33I hope so.
00:21:44I'll wait out here.
00:21:46Thank you for driving and...
00:21:48I'm waiting.
00:21:49Of course.
00:21:52Hi, I'm here to see Harold Martin.
00:21:54Go ahead and sign in.
00:22:08I don't understand.
00:22:10Why would the police question you about burning the house down?
00:22:12It doesn't make any sense.
00:22:16It's not entirely true.
00:22:25When I was in high school, I sort of got mixed up with the wrong crowd.
00:22:29We were all out one night and we were all talking about what we were going to do.
00:22:34That kind of thing.
00:22:38I didn't take it seriously.
00:22:42Next thing I know, they break into this rich guy's house.
00:22:44They start a fire and half his house burns down.
00:22:49And I didn't even get out of the car.
00:22:55But I was there.
00:22:57So they charge me as an accessory.
00:23:00Harold.
00:23:02Jeez.
00:23:04I never knew.
00:23:07Well.
00:23:09It's not something I like to talk about.
00:23:14Cam, I told the cops.
00:23:16I knew you were in there.
00:23:18I would never do anything to hurt you.
00:23:21I...
00:23:23You know that.
00:23:25We're family.
00:23:27Of course.
00:23:29I would never in a million years think you're responsible for this.
00:23:34Well, I wish the cops agreed.
00:23:38Once a felon, always a felon.
00:23:40In their eyes.
00:23:42Wait.
00:23:47You couldn't have done it.
00:23:48You were making a job at the incinerator.
00:23:51There was...
00:23:53There was terrible traffic on the highway by that time I got to the waste plant.
00:23:57It was almost seven.
00:23:58The check was closed and I'd be letting me do the dump.
00:24:00But...
00:24:02That was...
00:24:03That was long after the fire started.
00:24:05Traffic isn't much of an alibi.
00:24:07We'll figure this out, Harold.
00:24:10I know we will.
00:24:12I hope so.
00:24:14I hope so.
00:24:16I hope so.
00:24:19I hope so.
00:24:23You're not done for the day?
00:24:25I've got two or three more reports before I can have my own plan.
00:24:30You don't have to stick around if you don't want to.
00:24:32Oh, it's...
00:24:34No problem.
00:24:36I'm really sorry to hear what's happening with your partner.
00:24:39I don't understand how he's still here.
00:24:42How can they hold him for something that happened 30 years ago?
00:24:45Well...
00:24:47Legally, they can keep him for questioning for up to 48 hours.
00:24:50But...
00:24:51After that...
00:24:52I mean, technically, yes.
00:24:53But...
00:24:55How did you know that?
00:24:57Oh, detective.
00:24:59They brought in my partner, Harold, for questioning.
00:25:00Unless you'd like to join him, I suggest you stay in your lane.
00:25:03But he couldn't have set that fire.
00:25:04He knew I was in the house.
00:25:05The guy is like a father to me.
00:25:07Maybe you don't know him as well as you think.
00:25:09What is that supposed to mean?
00:25:10Gabby, once gone, this isn't helping.
00:25:12No.
00:25:14If you don't have probable cause, you have to release Harold.
00:25:17I'm not leaving here without him.
00:25:21All right.
00:25:22How about this?
00:25:23We just finished the search in Mr. Martin's vehicle.
00:25:25In the trunk, we found gallons of a volatile substance.
00:25:27We use tons of solvents in our business.
00:25:29I'm sure that's what it is.
00:25:31Wait!
00:25:32I can explain it.
00:25:33Whatever it is, I can explain it.
00:25:34I am not interested in any more of your explanations.
00:25:36I only care about evidence.
00:25:38And until my team tells me that the substance in your partner's car wasn't the accelerant in that fire,
00:25:43he's still my primary suspect.
00:25:44End of story.
00:25:45I know what all of our chemicals smell like.
00:25:46And that's not what I smelled that night.
00:25:48You want to help your friend?
00:25:50Get him a good lawyer.
00:25:51Someone else started that fire.
00:26:03Okay.
00:26:05Who?
00:26:07I don't know.
00:26:08Cunningham?
00:26:10You think Cunningham burned down his own home?
00:26:13If he was trying to cover up the murder of his wife, sure.
00:26:16But the police have the shooter in custody already. It's not Cunningham.
00:26:22All I know is that Harold didn't start that fire.
00:26:24And I'm not letting him go down for it.
00:26:27Cunningham's a politician.
00:26:29Gabby, very powerful people want to see him elected.
00:26:33What people?
00:26:35That's the idea. Not to know.
00:26:38Just because someone has powerful friends doesn't mean you get away with murder.
00:26:41And if proving Harold's innocence means busting Cunningham, so be it.
00:26:47But what if Cunningham's being set up?
00:26:50Don't defend him.
00:26:51I'm not defending him. I'm just keeping all the cards on the table.
00:26:56You know, Riley, I really appreciate your help.
00:26:59But I really shouldn't be bothering you with this.
00:27:01You have plenty to worry about with your move and all.
00:27:03I'm here because I want to help.
00:27:05That's exactly it. Why do you want to?
00:27:08You hardly know me.
00:27:09Okay.
00:27:14I'm sorry. I...
00:27:16I didn't know you felt that way.
00:27:39Riley, I'm sorry about coming off harsh in the car towards you. It's just been a crazy couple of days.
00:27:57It's okay. I'm sorry if you feel like I was butting in your business. I just want to help.
00:28:02I appreciate that. I do.
00:28:08I guess I'm just not used to the attention.
00:28:10Well, I gotta say I even had a little fun being your show for you today.
00:28:15Hmm.
00:28:16You should do it again sometime. Under better circumstances, of course.
00:28:19Agreed.
00:28:20I really needed this. Thank you for getting me out of the house.
00:28:34Oh, don't thank me. Thank Ender. It was his idea.
00:28:37Oh, did you know that that fancy museum is on the site of an old grain mill?
00:28:47Carol told me about this wicked industrial accident that was there.
00:28:50Well, you have got to stop talking about that stuff.
00:28:53Sorry. No more work talk. Okay.
00:28:54Should we talk about boys? Maybe one in particular?
00:29:00Who? Riley? No, there's not much to report.
00:29:04Oh, not much to report yet.
00:29:07Sierra, the eternal optimist.
00:29:09That's what my mom always used to say about me.
00:29:12Oh, speaking of moms, how was yours?
00:29:15Um, good, I guess. I think she's kind of lonely.
00:29:20I'd like to spend some more time with her, but I have to keep working so I can help out financially.
00:29:25That sounds really hard.
00:29:27Yeah. Well, once this whole mess with Harold is straightened out, I can maybe spend a weekend with her.
00:29:34How are things with Harold? Any big breaks?
00:29:36Not really. I'm not going to stop trying, though.
00:29:39When I lost my dad, I'm not going to lose another father figure.
00:29:44Do you have a plan?
00:29:47I was hoping you would ask.
00:29:48I was wondering if you could do me a favor.
00:29:57Thanks for doing this, Sierra.
00:29:59Happy to help.
00:30:02I wanted to do some character research, anyway.
00:30:10Do you really think Cunningham murdered his wife?
00:30:14I don't know.
00:30:16But there's definitely something fishy about that guy. I can feel it.
00:30:20How does Riley feel?
00:30:22I should say there's a reason he wasn't invited.
00:30:25Yeah, dinner and a movie is a way better first date.
00:30:28Are you ready?
00:30:32Yes, ma'am.
00:30:34Are you ready?
00:30:36Yes, ma'am.
00:30:37Oh, here's the directory.
00:30:38Oh, here's the directory.
00:31:08Security, security, security.
00:31:13140, first floor, let's go this way.
00:31:29There's a lot of press out there, Mr. Cunningham.
00:31:43Are you sure you don't want to go out the back?
00:31:46I should make a statement.
00:31:53Is it me, or is Cunningham kind of hot in person?
00:31:57What? I'm just saying.
00:31:58Come on.
00:32:07How can I help you?
00:32:08Riley Thomas.
00:32:09I'm here to see Harold Martin.
00:32:14Down this way.
00:32:17This is 137.
00:32:20138.
00:32:22139.
00:32:23This has got to be it.
00:32:26Oh, here it is.
00:32:30Okay.
00:32:31Yeah.
00:32:32I'll be right there.
00:32:37Hurry.
00:32:38Hurry.
00:32:39What are we looking for?
00:32:53Can I help you ladies with something?
00:32:58Hi.
00:32:59We have a patient who left her readers in the cafeteria this morning.
00:33:03Just wanted to check lost and found real quick.
00:33:07Yes.
00:33:08Mrs. Bugeldorf.
00:33:10She really needs those readers.
00:33:12Yeah.
00:33:13You need to read.
00:33:14Mm-hmm.
00:33:15Can you come back later?
00:33:17I gotta go help out at this Cunningham press conference.
00:33:20Ugh.
00:33:21We're processing her discharge paperwork now.
00:33:24We would be ever so grateful.
00:33:27I mean, um, Mrs. Bugeldorf would be.
00:33:30Mm-hmm.
00:33:32Mrs. Bugeldorf, huh?
00:33:34Sounds made up, right?
00:33:38Yeah, it does.
00:33:40Austin, get on here, ma'am.
00:33:42Make it quick.
00:33:45Close the door behind you when you go.
00:33:49The Oscar goes too.
00:33:51Oh my gosh.
00:33:59Gabby?
00:34:00Riley, what are you doing here?
00:34:01I was about to ask you the same thing.
00:34:03I'm here to see Parker.
00:34:04Cunningham wasn't at the hospital when the fire started.
00:34:07Wait, what are you talking about?
00:34:08Sierra and I went to the hospital this morning.
00:34:10We found this footage on the security camera on the night of the fire.
00:34:15Wait, they just gave you this?
00:34:17Check out the time.
00:34:18Cunningham left the hospital when the fire started.
00:34:21How long was he gone?
00:34:23That's an excellent question.
00:34:24Look, here he comes.
00:34:27After the fire started.
00:34:28He was gone the whole time.
00:34:31Well, that doesn't mean he started the fire.
00:34:33Sure, but he could have.
00:34:34Or he was meeting the person who started it.
00:34:36That would give us reasonable doubt with their case against Harold.
00:34:39Which is why I have to show this to Parker right away.
00:34:42I assume you had the hospital's permission to look at their security files.
00:34:47No one said I couldn't.
00:34:48And this is the evidence we need to free Harold.
00:34:51No, it isn't.
00:34:52If you show that footage to Parker, not only will he not be able to use it,
00:34:55but you could be arrested on what I'm going to assume are multiple charges.
00:34:59But Harold is innocent.
00:35:00And this practically proves it.
00:35:02You can't help him if you're in a cell next to him.
00:35:06Since when did you become an expert on what's best for Harold?
00:35:09About an hour ago.
00:35:11That's why I'm here.
00:35:13I'm taking his case.
00:35:15His case?
00:35:16So, now you're a lawyer?
00:35:18That's what it says in my diploma.
00:35:23But you never said anything.
00:35:24You said you were in between jobs.
00:35:26That was true.
00:35:27At the time.
00:35:28I thought maybe I was ready to move on to something else.
00:35:32Something different.
00:35:33But this seems like an emergency.
00:35:35I want to help.
00:35:37You think you can?
00:35:39I'll do my best.
00:35:41But meanwhile, don't show that video to Parker.
00:35:44We have to find some other way to verify that Cunningham wasn't there.
00:35:47What do you propose we do?
00:35:49I'll head back to the hospital.
00:35:51Ask around and see what I can figure out.
00:35:53I'll go with you.
00:35:54Let's not have you back there again today.
00:35:56Why don't you talk to that neighbor again?
00:35:59Confirm it was Cunningham that she saw that night.
00:36:01Okay.
00:36:03I'll see you later.
00:36:14Oh.
00:36:15Hey there.
00:36:16Gabby, right?
00:36:17That's right.
00:36:18Yes, sir.
00:36:19It's nice to see you again.
00:36:20I was wondering if we could chat.
00:36:21Well, sure.
00:36:22Such a wonderful day.
00:36:23Let's have a seat in my patio.
00:36:24Can I get you something to drink?
00:36:25Sure.
00:36:26Okay.
00:36:27Great.
00:36:28All right.
00:36:29Here we are.
00:36:31Yes.
00:36:32I really appreciate you speaking with me again, Barbara.
00:36:33Oh, yes, of course.
00:36:34Anything I can do to help.
00:36:35I want whoever's responsible for this to get the punishment they deserve.
00:36:37Same here.
00:36:38Now, you said that Michael was at the house when the fire started.
00:36:39I was back here having a glass of wine, and I heard someone next door pull up, and I
00:36:40knew nobody was home, so I thought I'd go check out who it was.
00:36:45I really appreciate you speaking with me again, Barbara.
00:36:47Oh, yes, of course. Anything I can do to help.
00:36:50I want whoever's responsible for this to get the punishment they deserve.
00:36:54Same here.
00:36:56Now, you said that Michael was at the house when the fire started.
00:37:00I was back here having a glass of wine, and I heard someone next door pull up,
00:37:05and I knew nobody was home, so I thought I'd go check out who it was.
00:37:09And you're positive that it was Michael?
00:37:11Absolutely. I recognize his voice. He was on his phone.
00:37:14Do you know who he was talking to?
00:37:16I don't, but he sounded upset.
00:37:20Something about never quitting no matter what?
00:37:23I assume it was about his campaign.
00:37:26Okay. And then he went into the house?
00:37:30Well, now that you mention it, no, he went into the garage.
00:37:36You sound surprised by that.
00:37:38Well, I just don't know why he would go in there.
00:37:40I really don't know what's in there except for his old gas lawnmower.
00:37:44If I saw a lawnmower.
00:37:45Ugh. Gloria would not set foot in that garage because of the gasoline smell.
00:37:50That old clunker with all those rusty cans.
00:37:52She hated all of it.
00:37:54Would complain about it to anyone who'd listen.
00:37:56I'm going to miss her so much.
00:38:01You know, I bet you two would have been friends.
00:38:05Oh, yeah?
00:38:06Yeah. You both have that same vivacious spirit about you.
00:38:11Well, thank you for the compliment. And the lemonade.
00:38:13Thank you for coming.
00:38:14We just can't seem to stop running into each other.
00:38:27Maybe the universe is trying to tell us something.
00:38:28What are you doing at the neighbor's place?
00:38:30What are you doing following me?
00:38:31Really?
00:38:33Police business.
00:38:34Now, back to what you're doing here.
00:38:35I just had a few questions.
00:38:37I already told you.
00:38:38There's no way she saw Cunningham that night.
00:38:40What about the Iarson report?
00:38:41Did you find out what spread the fire so quickly?
00:38:43You know I can't discuss this investigation with you, Gabby.
00:38:45And you can't keep interfering with it.
00:38:48Maybe if you would talk to Barbara, I wouldn't have to.
00:38:51This is your last warning.
00:38:53I don't want to have to take you in.
00:38:57An old lawnmower.
00:38:58That's your smoking gun?
00:39:00It makes complete sense.
00:39:01Cunningham used the gasoline to spread the fire.
00:39:04Without hard evidence, it's still a maybe.
00:39:07And I'm pretty sure we're not welcome anywhere near Cunningham's or Conner's
00:39:10after you're running with Parker.
00:39:11Did you find anything at the hospital?
00:39:14All I got was lectures on patient confidentiality.
00:39:17Okay, so the only evidence we have is security tapes we can't use.
00:39:22As a Harold's attorney, there is a chance I could subpoena those tapes.
00:39:25It wouldn't be easy.
00:39:26There's a whole host of privacy issues.
00:39:28When Cunningham finds out, he'll take it to court.
00:39:31He'll be up to a judge.
00:39:32That could take forever.
00:39:32What is it?
00:39:40Nothing.
00:39:41I thought I'd just...
00:39:44Never mind.
00:39:45Sorry.
00:39:46You were saying security tapes.
00:39:48Well, if we can't get the tapes, maybe we can find another way.
00:39:51Such as?
00:39:52Like you said.
00:39:53You're the lawyer.
00:39:54Let's go see and do some.
00:39:55Name?
00:40:12Gabby St. Clair and Riley Thomas to see Gil Newsome.
00:40:15One moment, please.
00:40:16This is a bad idea, Gabby.
00:40:18The police arrested Gil Newsome for Glory's murder.
00:40:21But he said all along he was innocent.
00:40:23They all say that.
00:40:25But what if it's true?
00:40:27What about what Detective Parker said?
00:40:30About you interfering?
00:40:31Relax.
00:40:32I've got a great lawyer.
00:40:33Shit.
00:40:34Shit.
00:40:34Shit.
00:40:34Shit.
00:40:34Shit.
00:40:35Shit.
00:40:35Shit.
00:40:36Shit.
00:40:36Shit.
00:40:36Shit.
00:40:37Shit.
00:40:37Shit.
00:40:37Shit.
00:40:38Shit.
00:40:38Shit.
00:40:38Shit.
00:40:39Shit.
00:40:40Shit.
00:40:40Shit.
00:40:41Shit.
00:40:42Shit.
00:40:42Shit.
00:40:43Shit.
00:40:44Shit.
00:40:52You guys just want to step to my ride over here?
00:40:53Sure.
00:41:02BC 150 to Central.
00:41:03Jail doors.
00:41:14You guys will have 15 minutes.
00:41:33Who are you?
00:41:36Mr. Newsome, I'm Riley Thomas, and this is Gabby Sinclair.
00:41:41I represent Harold Martin.
00:41:43Who?
00:41:44My client has been accused of setting fire to the house of Michael and Gloria Cunningham.
00:41:49So you want to pin that on me too?
00:41:52I hate to disappoint you, but I've got a fantastic alibi.
00:41:58We'd like to discuss with you the night that Gloria Cunningham was murdered.
00:42:01Look, I've told the cops, and now I'm telling you, I never touched her.
00:42:09Mr. Cunningham claims you came to his house and threatened his wife.
00:42:12He's lying.
00:42:13I just wanted to talk to her.
00:42:15And the police also have forensic evidence placing you at the scene.
00:42:18What?
00:42:19My fingerprints at the front door?
00:42:20I already admitted I was there.
00:42:22That's a waste of time.
00:42:24By the way, Gil, the police found the murder weapon.
00:42:28It's not official.
00:42:30They haven't released the news yet.
00:42:32Not until they get a match in the print.
00:42:42How long is that going to take?
00:42:45Well, it's hard to say.
00:42:48It's a big case, so they don't want any slip-ups.
00:43:02Yeah.
00:43:07So, what did you want to talk about with Gloria Cunningham when you went to their house?
00:43:12I was out on bail, and I figured if I could explain to her, you know, what really happened,
00:43:23then maybe she wouldn't have to testify after all.
00:43:25Are you saying you didn't rob that convenience store?
00:43:27They arrested me for armed robbery.
00:43:30That's a big step up when it comes to serving time.
00:43:33And it's only because that lady told them I had a gun.
00:43:37I don't even own a gun.
00:43:39Worst they could get me for it was shoplifting.
00:43:41So, what did you do at the house?
00:43:43When I got to the door, I could hear yelling inside like they were having a big fight.
00:43:49I rang the bell.
00:43:51The husband answers.
00:43:53And you know, he looked real ticked off, you know?
00:43:56Like he was going to take a swing at me even before I opened my mouth.
00:43:59So, what did you do?
00:44:00Told him who I was.
00:44:02Asked to talk to his wife.
00:44:04He said beat it before he calls the cops.
00:44:07And?
00:44:08Did you leave then?
00:44:10Yes and no.
00:44:13I mean, like, I could hear them start up arguing again,
00:44:16and I didn't want any piece of that.
00:44:18So, is that why they found your footprints beneath their bedroom window?
00:44:21You went around back to listen?
00:44:23Did you hear what they were arguing about?
00:44:25Not specifically, no.
00:44:27And I didn't want to stick around to find out.
00:44:30You know, she was really going off on him.
00:44:32Wait.
00:44:33Gloria was mad at Michael?
00:44:35Oh yeah.
00:44:36Between the two of them, she was way scarier.
00:44:39I would not want to be that guy.
00:44:46So, Gloria was upset with Michael.
00:44:48Really upset.
00:44:50Maybe it wasn't such a loving marriage after all.
00:44:55Wait a minute.
00:44:56When did Parker confirm the gun you found was the murder weapon?
00:44:59No, she didn't.
00:45:00But you just told Newsome.
00:45:02I was hoping to get a reaction.
00:45:04I mean, the last thing a killer wants to hear is that fingerprints were found on the murder weapon.
00:45:08You were testing her?
00:45:10Mm-hmm.
00:45:13Well, that definitely wasn't the reaction of a guilty man.
00:45:15I didn't think so either.
00:45:17I'm pretty sure he wasn't involved.
00:45:19So now what?
00:45:21I don't know.
00:45:24Can I get you guys anything else?
00:45:26No, thanks.
00:45:30You know, this place is really growing on me.
00:45:32Oh yeah?
00:45:33Good food, great service, good company.
00:45:36What's not to love?
00:45:38I used to live at that corner table over there back in grad school.
00:45:41Oh yeah?
00:45:42What do you study?
00:45:43Forensic science.
00:45:44Right, right, right.
00:45:45The job you avoid talking about for as long as possible.
00:45:48Yeah, sorry about that.
00:45:50I tend to come on a little strong on the subject of career choice.
00:45:53Hmm.
00:45:54Maybe a little.
00:45:55Hmm.
00:45:56Well, I appreciate what you said.
00:45:59About caring.
00:46:01I hadn't gotten that before.
00:46:04I meant it.
00:46:08You know, it wasn't exactly my first choice.
00:46:11I wanted to work in law enforcement.
00:46:14But, um, I had a job out of my last semester.
00:46:16My dad passed.
00:46:18Cancer.
00:46:21I'm sorry.
00:46:23Thanks.
00:46:24Well, Dad didn't have life insurance.
00:46:26And, uh, Mom needed help paying the bills.
00:46:29So, uh, one of my professors introduced me to Harold.
00:46:31And we took to each other right away.
00:46:34Um, I learned the ropes of his business.
00:46:36And, um, he showed me how I could use the things I learned in school to help people.
00:46:42And here I am, five years later.
00:46:44You can always go back.
00:46:45Finish your degree.
00:46:47Get a job in the force.
00:46:49Eh.
00:46:50Harold made me his partner this year.
00:46:52And I don't mind the work.
00:46:53I make decent money so I can help my mom every month.
00:46:58Sounds like you're working hard for everyone else.
00:47:00Mm-hmm.
00:47:02What about yourself?
00:47:04It's too late to change.
00:47:05It's never too late.
00:47:07Not when it comes to something as important as your own happiness.
00:47:10Otherwise, you'll always look back and wonder.
00:47:18Wonder what?
00:47:21Um, we should probably go.
00:47:23I still gotta talk to Harold and a bunch of other stuff to do.
00:47:27Sure.
00:47:28Alright.
00:47:43Parker.
00:47:45Barry, what you got?
00:47:48You sure it's the murder weapon?
00:47:50Bullistics checked out.
00:47:52Okay, yeah.
00:47:53Email me the report.
00:47:54Thanks.
00:47:56We may be able to prove that Cunningham wasn't at the hospital when the fire started.
00:48:01That would be a huge step towards clearing you.
00:48:03Yeah, but what about the solvents?
00:48:05The arson investigation showed that there was an accelerating burn pattern at the scene.
00:48:10But we're still waiting on the chemical reports to determine what the residue was.
00:48:15What was I doing driving with that stuff in my trunk?
00:48:17I should've unloaded it at the shop.
00:48:20It's just circumstantial evidence.
00:48:22It won't hold up.
00:48:23We're gonna get you out soon.
00:48:24It was dumb.
00:48:25It was a lazy mistake.
00:48:26What's the very first thing I taught you when I hired you?
00:48:29Number one rule.
00:48:30Always buy the book.
00:48:32I even told Cunningham that when he emailed me.
00:48:34I said, you got nothing to worry about.
00:48:35We're total professionals.
00:48:37Email?
00:48:38You never actually spoke?
00:48:39People can book online.
00:48:41When did you get the email?
00:48:45I don't know. It was that night.
00:48:46Because I remember hearing about his wife on the news.
00:48:49I mean, the police usually contact us when it's a crime scene.
00:48:52Not the family.
00:48:53And certainly not the victim.
00:48:54I don't remember, but it is kind of weird.
00:48:58Cunningham was in the hospital that night.
00:48:59Getting treated for a gunshot wound.
00:49:01Well, somebody else emailed me.
00:49:03Well, it'd have to be an email address and Cunningham's name.
00:49:05And access to a bank account to make the payment.
00:49:07Somebody he trusted.
00:49:09It could be someone he works with.
00:49:10A campaign staffer.
00:49:11Powerful people.
00:49:13Or they just checked online.
00:49:15Well, we are the top-rated clean-up crew.
00:49:17Hey, we earned every single one of those five-star reviews.
00:49:20Look, let me reach out to some people I know.
00:49:22See what I can find out about Cunningham's campaign.
00:49:24Can I help you in any way?
00:49:26No, I gotta do this alone.
00:49:29Hang in there, Harold.
00:49:30We're getting close.
00:49:32I'm sure of it.
00:49:33He's just trying to help.
00:49:43What's wrong with that?
00:49:45I don't know.
00:49:47Oh, gee, let me see.
00:49:48A really cute lawyer guy with a great sense of humor who wants to get Harold out of jail for no charge?
00:49:54Oh, you're right. He probably works for the cartel.
00:49:56Hmm.
00:49:57I just would feel more comfortable if I knew his story.
00:50:00The guy doesn't talk about himself at all.
00:50:03Well, there's plenty here on the internet.
00:50:05Look.
00:50:07Grew up on the West Coast.
00:50:08Okay.
00:50:10Top of his class in law school.
00:50:14Worked at a hotshot firm in the city.
00:50:15Which he left months ago and there's nothing about him since.
00:50:19The guy doesn't even have socials.
00:50:20Okay, so maybe he's not exactly on the grid.
00:50:25Maybe he's been off saving the rainforest.
00:50:28Or maybe he gained mysterious superpowers and he's been off fighting crime in a mask and a cape and one of those tight little spandex suits.
00:50:39I thought you liked mysteries.
00:50:42I like solving mysteries. There's a big difference.
00:50:45Well, he's probably just into you.
00:50:47You're not helping, Sierra.
00:50:48Stop searching.
00:50:58Fine.
00:51:02Hi.
00:51:03Hey.
00:51:05I was thinking of making my mom's chicken piccata tonight and wondered if you might want to swing by.
00:51:11For dinner?
00:51:12Yeah.
00:51:14Did you want to discuss the case?
00:51:15Actually, I was kind of hoping not to discuss the case.
00:51:18If that's okay.
00:51:20Oh. Well, um...
00:51:21She'll be there!
00:51:24Thanks, Sierra.
00:51:277.30? Okay?
00:51:29How can I say no?
00:51:30Great.
00:51:34I look this way.
00:51:38Told you!
00:51:40I am just going over there to check out his apartment.
00:51:42Tell yourself whatever you need to, girl. Just let me help you pick out an outfit.
00:51:46Okay, I was thinking the blue tunic thing that we got at that vintage store that you dragged me to.
00:51:51I have something a little spicier in mind.
00:51:54Hi.
00:52:08Um...
00:52:10What?
00:52:12Nothing. You look really nice.
00:52:15Oh, thanks.
00:52:17What you got there?
00:52:19Uh, wine.
00:52:21The guy at the store recommended it.
00:52:23You know, chicken.
00:52:25Great. Well, um, let's open it up.
00:52:28Come on in.
00:52:34Looks like you're making some good progress.
00:52:36You've been keeping me pretty busy.
00:52:38Hmm.
00:52:41Oh, I, uh, got us a table by the kitchen.
00:52:44Hope that's okay.
00:52:45Yeah, perfect.
00:52:49So...
00:52:50How's the recharging going?
00:52:52You kidding?
00:52:53Look around.
00:52:54Barely had time to unpack.
00:52:55Never mind recharge.
00:52:57Sorry about that.
00:52:58Ah, it's alright.
00:52:59I signed up for it.
00:53:01What, a murder mystery?
00:53:03Well, I am a lawyer.
00:53:04It's not exactly unfamiliar territory.
00:53:06Have you worked on many murder cases before?
00:53:10I thought we weren't talking about the case tonight.
00:53:13I'm just making conversation.
00:53:15Mm-hmm.
00:53:16I mean, you mentioned that you were looking for a fresh start,
00:53:18and I was just wondering, you know, a fresh start from what?
00:53:23Oh, okay. So now it's an interrogation.
00:53:25It doesn't have to be.
00:53:29Let's just say there are some things in my past
00:53:31which I'd rather leave in the past.
00:53:33No burning buildings or dead bodies, I promise.
00:53:37Okay.
00:53:39I guess everyone's entitled to one or two secrets.
00:53:42Mm.
00:53:43Just one more question for you though.
00:53:45Shoot.
00:53:47That picture over there.
00:53:48When did you go to the rainforest?
00:53:49Now that is a good story.
00:53:52I'd like to hear it.
00:53:53To a night off.
00:53:55A night off.
00:53:56Good choice.
00:54:02You know, I think this sauce could use one more lemon, but...
00:54:08Would you possibly...
00:54:10Yeah, I have one.
00:54:12When I get back, I want to hear that story.
00:54:14Sounds good.
00:54:15Heh heh.
00:54:45This is him?
00:55:03There's no doubt about it.
00:55:05Cunningham was having an affair, and I know who with...
00:55:08Candace Mills.
00:55:10His campaign manager.
00:55:12Maybe this will prove it.
00:55:13Prove what?
00:55:15That she had something to do with the murder too.
00:55:17Just because Cunningham's a cheater doesn't mean he's a killer.
00:55:20And it certainly doesn't mean that this lady's involved too.
00:55:23But he had motive and opportunity.
00:55:25Cunningham was shot as well.
00:55:27By Isaacopoulos, Candace Mills.
00:55:29She had motive too.
00:55:30She wants Michael, and she wants to win the election.
00:55:33Candace Mills wouldn't help Cunningham kill his wife and then just turn around and give you these photos.
00:55:37She'd be incriminating herself.
00:55:41But...
00:55:43I spoke to those people about Cunningham's campaign.
00:55:47Cunningham has been rumored to be a bit of a ladies' man for a while now.
00:55:51And they've been doing whatever they can to keep a lid on it.
00:55:54Maybe whoever sent you these photos is playing dirty politics.
00:55:58Or...
00:56:00Maybe it's another woman.
00:56:02Maybe.
00:56:04Either way, I'm not exactly in love with the fact they know where you live.
00:56:08I'm a big girl. I can take care of myself.
00:56:10Besides, whoever left these gave us a huge clue.
00:56:14If you say so.
00:56:19Are you gonna get that?
00:56:21Nope. Definitely not.
00:56:24I don't suppose it do any good to suggest we take these to Parker.
00:56:28Well, not yet. Cunningham has a big campaign rally downtown tomorrow.
00:56:31So it's a great opportunity to have a little chat with Mistress Mills.
00:56:36Who knows?
00:56:38You're enjoying this, aren't you?
00:56:40And you're not?
00:56:51Well, um...
00:56:53Thanks for coming.
00:56:54Gabi, be careful.
00:56:57Please.
00:56:58If you need anything, I'm right here.
00:57:01Yeah.
00:57:02Thanks, you too.
00:57:55What are you doing back there?
00:58:00Oh, Detective, I'm so sorry I didn't recognize you. I've just been so jumpy lately.
00:58:08Perfectly understandable.
00:58:10You know, I was actually hoping to speak with you, Miss O'Connor.
00:58:13Oh?
00:58:14We received a tip that the night of the fire you saw someone come back here, is that correct?
00:58:18Yes.
00:58:20You didn't mention that to me when we spoke before.
00:58:21Gosh, I didn't think much of seeing Michael in his own yard.
00:58:24It is his house after all.
00:58:27You sure it was him?
00:58:28Oh, we've been friends for years. I couldn't mistake him.
00:58:31Did you see anyone else come back here?
00:58:34Just Michael.
00:58:37Thank you for your time.
00:58:38Yeah, sure.
00:58:39Take care.
00:58:40You too.
00:58:44You do realize this event's gonna be packed, right?
00:58:46Mm-hmm.
00:58:47Press, security, voters.
00:58:49Cunningham's never been more popular.
00:58:50Yeah, that's true.
00:58:51Not to mention, this campaign manager probably won't want to talk about the case.
00:58:55Well, it can't hurt to try, and we'll get coffee on the way there.
00:59:00Riley.
00:59:02I feel like I've seen that car before.
00:59:05Like a couple of times.
00:59:11Riley!
00:59:12Veronica!
00:59:13What are you doing here?
00:59:15I've been worried sick about you.
00:59:25Aren't you going to introduce us?
00:59:29Veronica, this is Gabby Sinclair.
00:59:31Gabby...
00:59:32Veronica Laskin.
00:59:33Hi there, Gabby.
00:59:34Hi.
00:59:36How do you two know each other?
00:59:37We live in the same building.
00:59:40You rented an apartment?
00:59:42How do you know Riley?
00:59:44I'm his fiancee.
00:59:45You're engaged.
00:59:46Actually, we both agreed to call off the engagement.
00:59:48Oh, stop.
00:59:49It's just cold feet.
00:59:51Men, am I right?
00:59:53Totally.
00:59:54I never trust what they say.
00:59:56Well, Riley works at my father's law firm.
00:59:59Daddy even wants to make him partner next year.
01:00:01But Riley doesn't want anyone to think that it's because he's marrying the boss's daughter.
01:00:06I practically popped the question myself.
01:00:08Didn't I?
01:00:09I should let you two catch up.
01:00:10It's nice meeting you, Veronica.
01:00:12It's nice to meet you.
01:00:13Gabby, wait!
01:00:19She seems nice.
01:00:20We need to talk.
01:00:22He's engaged?
01:00:25Maybe not anymore.
01:00:26It seems complicated.
01:00:29You know, I don't even know why I'm upset.
01:00:31It wouldn't have worked out anyway.
01:00:32He is our neighbor and that is worse than dating a coworker.
01:00:35I'm sorry, Gabby.
01:00:37You guys were so cute together.
01:00:39Shame on him for not telling you earlier.
01:00:42Yeah.
01:00:44Hey.
01:00:45You want a cinnamon roll?
01:00:47I always save one for myself, but I think you need it today.
01:00:50Sounds good.
01:00:54Okay.
01:00:59This is Sierra.
01:01:02Oh, hi Ron!
01:01:07You what?
01:01:11I did?
01:01:12Um...
01:01:15Yeah.
01:01:17See you Monday.
01:01:21I got it!
01:01:23Nurse number two!
01:01:24Oh my gosh, Sierra.
01:01:25I knew it.
01:01:26This is all you.
01:01:27No, no, no.
01:01:28You keep it.
01:01:29But we have to celebrate tonight.
01:01:30Done.
01:01:31I'll swing by your place after work.
01:01:33Wear something fab, because we're going out!
01:01:36Yes, ma'am.
01:01:38I don't need to tell you what's wrong with this country we love, or what needs to change to give us hope for the future.
01:01:57And I don't have to tell you that it won't be easy, but I will tell you this, I intend to do everything in my power to bring that strength and to give you that hope for a better future for all of us.
01:02:18Serving my country is a dream I've had my whole life.
01:02:33A dream that I shared with my wife, Gloria.
01:02:41Losing her has been beyond words.
01:02:44Some have suggested that it would be better for me to drop out of this race.
01:02:54To give up.
01:02:56But I made her a promise that I would never give up on our dream, and I make that same promise to you.
01:03:09Excuse me.
01:03:10If you want to volunteer or make a donation, just check out our website.
01:03:13Actually, I was hoping we could talk.
01:03:20Where did you get those?
01:03:22I guess that answers my first question.
01:03:24What do you want, money?
01:03:25I'm just looking for some answers.
01:03:27Are you a reporter?
01:03:28No, I'm just trying to out the front.
01:03:33Those pictures were taken last year, before he decided to run.
01:03:36But he was married.
01:03:38Which is why I broke it off.
01:03:39Do you know if Michael had any other affairs?
01:03:42I don't know.
01:03:43And even if I did, I'm not going to tell you.
01:03:45Well, what about Gloria?
01:03:46Did she know about you?
01:03:47I don't know why you think I'm going to discuss this with you.
01:03:48Well, if you don't, I'm just going to have to ask around and talk to more people to get the answers that I need.
01:03:52She wasn't some trophy wife.
01:03:53She was smart, independent.
01:03:54Some people even thought she should have run for office herself.
01:03:55Trusting Michael was just about her only flaw.
01:03:56What would she have done if she knew about you two?
01:03:57She would have made sure his whole world came crashing down around him.
01:03:59But he would have never let that happen.
01:04:00Okay.
01:04:01Just one more question.
01:04:02The night that Gloria was murdered, Michael contacted a cleaning service to come to the
01:04:07house after the police released it.
01:04:08That was me.
01:04:09Michael was in the hospital.
01:04:10I just wanted to help.
01:04:11Any particular reason you chose Martin's cleaning service?
01:04:12It was the first name that came up when I searched.
01:04:13Good reviews, seemed legit.
01:04:14Thanks.
01:04:15What are you going to do with those photos?
01:04:16Would you be able to do that?
01:04:17I would have made sure his whole world came crashing down around him.
01:04:18I would have made sure his whole world came crashing down around him.
01:04:19But he would have never let that happen.
01:04:20Okay.
01:04:21Just one more question.
01:04:22The night that Gloria was murdered, Michael contacted a cleaning service to come to the
01:04:24house after the police released it.
01:04:25That was me.
01:04:26Michael was in the hospital.
01:04:27I just wanted to help.
01:04:28Any particular reason you chose Martin's cleaning service?
01:04:30It was the first name that came up when I searched.
01:04:33Good reviews, seemed legit.
01:04:34Thanks.
01:04:35What are you going to do with those photos?
01:04:38Would you be willing to tell the police everything that you told me?
01:04:44If the information would remain confidential, then yes.
01:04:48But Michael needs to stay completely focused on the election.
01:04:51Okay.
01:05:03So, Cunningham had an affair with his own campaign manager?
01:05:07And she'll make a statement.
01:05:08Confidentially, if she has to.
01:05:10I have a feeling that she wasn't the only woman he was involved with.
01:05:13I can't do anything with feelings, Gabby.
01:05:16And frankly, I've already told you to leave this case alone.
01:05:18Could you just hear me out?
01:05:20Please?
01:05:23Okay.
01:05:24So, Cunningham had an affair.
01:05:27Gloria found out about it and threatened to go public and ruin his campaign.
01:05:31They were overheard arguing the day of the murder.
01:05:34So, after Gil Newsome stopped by, Cunningham realized he had an opportunity to get rid of Gloria.
01:05:40And pitted on Newsome.
01:05:46How did you find out about the argument?
01:05:49Neighbors?
01:05:53Then you must have spoken to Newsome.
01:05:55That's exactly what he told us.
01:05:56That's the only way I could get his side of the story.
01:05:59Right.
01:06:00And he claims that he was never inside.
01:06:02That guy is arrested for murder.
01:06:03What do you expect him to say?
01:06:05That's fair.
01:06:06But do you have any forensics to prove that he was in the house?
01:06:09Hairs?
01:06:10Fibers?
01:06:11Anything besides Cunningham's statement?
01:06:13I was in there.
01:06:15I didn't see any signs of forced entry.
01:06:18Cunningham didn't shoot himself.
01:06:20Okay, then maybe he had an accomplice.
01:06:22Someone to make it look convincing to seal the deal on Newsome.
01:06:25Maybe this other woman.
01:06:27And if that other woman wasn't Candace Mills, then who is it?
01:06:30We're back to feelings again, Gabby, and I need evidence.
01:06:33Look, even if I do buy the story, the fact of the matter is Cunningham was still at the hospital when the fire started.
01:06:41O'Connor might say on record that she saw him.
01:06:44But any smart lawyer is going to point out to the hospital records which say he wasn't released until the next day.
01:06:52Yeah.
01:06:54Unless there's some other way to prove that he wasn't.
01:06:58What are you talking about?
01:07:02Parker, I think you're a great detective.
01:07:04Flattery won't get you anywhere.
01:07:06And I think your police are doing a great job.
01:07:10I will make sure to let them know.
01:07:13But if this was my case, I'd check the hospital security footage.
01:07:18And what makes you think we didn't do that already?
01:07:21Maybe a second look.
01:07:24Anyway, I'll let you get back to work.
01:07:26Thanks for your time.
01:07:40You've reached the voicemail of Audra St. Clair. Please leave a message.
01:07:46Hey, Mom.
01:07:47Um, I just sent you your money for the month. Let me know if you need any more.
01:07:52Sorry I haven't been in touch. It's just things been crazy.
01:07:56So, anyway, um, I miss you. Bye.
01:08:05I was just passing by and saw you here. Can we talk?
01:08:10I think we're pretty much all caught up in the getting to know you department.
01:08:14It's not what you think.
01:08:15Yeah, no burning buildings, no dead bodies. Just a fiancé you neglected to mention.
01:08:19We're not engaged, okay? It's complicated.
01:08:29We've been dating. I guess working for our father, going to all the family events.
01:08:35Things just sort of evolved.
01:08:39How romantic.
01:08:41I like Veronica, okay? She's nice, but she's not for me.
01:08:51Okay, so you moved here and didn't tell anyone because you didn't want to get married?
01:09:00Here's the truth.
01:09:02I couldn't see myself married to Veronica.
01:09:04Working for her dad and Evid.
01:09:07I guess I just...
01:09:11I just got caught up in the momentum at all.
01:09:17I can relate to that.
01:09:22I tried to end things with Veronica.
01:09:24To face it all head on.
01:09:26But she's just not very good with now.
01:09:30I'm sorry.
01:09:31I should have told you all this before.
01:09:35But it's over now.
01:09:37For real this time.
01:09:41I guess everyone deserves a fresh start.
01:09:49Any time.
01:10:01We need to talk.
01:10:11Gunning him.
01:10:13It was you.
01:10:15Stalking me.
01:10:19Taking photos.
01:10:21Harassing my campaign manager.
01:10:23You mean your ex-girlfriend?
01:10:26You're making quite the nuisance of yourself.
01:10:27Yeah, I get that a lot.
01:10:29You think this is funny?
01:10:31I think this is breaking and entering.
01:10:33And if you don't leave right now, I'm calling the police.
01:10:35I wouldn't do that.
01:10:37Or what?
01:10:39You're gonna kill me?
01:10:41Like you killed your wife?
01:10:44That's what this is about.
01:10:47You think I killed Gloria?
01:10:49Yeah.
01:10:51And I can prove it.
01:10:52And that you set your house on fire to cover your tracks.
01:10:54I was at the hospital that night.
01:10:56No, you weren't.
01:10:57I know you left.
01:10:59To meet with my campaign manager.
01:11:01Exactly.
01:11:02You're out of your mind, lady.
01:11:04You get the wrong guy.
01:11:05But either way, I'm not letting your delusions cost me this election!
01:11:16Riley! Riley!
01:11:19Gabby, what's the matter?
01:11:21Cunningham was waiting for me.
01:11:22He broke into my apartment.
01:11:23Are you alright?
01:11:24No, I don't know. I hit him in the head.
01:11:26Where is he now?
01:11:27He's still in there. He's knocked out.
01:11:29I'll go check.
01:11:30Don't go in there. There's a murderer inside.
01:11:32We have to call Parker.
01:11:33She'll question him and she'll find out the truth and we can free Harold.
01:11:37If he gets away, we won't have the chance.
01:11:39Let's go before he comes too.
01:11:54What did you say you hit him with?
01:11:57Cunning board.
01:11:59Why?
01:12:00What? What is it?
01:12:02Riley, let me in.
01:12:03Gabby, you can't go in there.
01:12:06Cunningham's been stabbed.
01:12:07What are you talking about?
01:12:08What are you talking about?
01:12:09All right, Gabby, walk me through this one more time.
01:12:10Cunningham was waiting for me when I got home.
01:12:13all right Gabby walk me through this one more time Cunningham was waiting for me when I got home
01:12:30he threatened me and then I hit him with a cutting board to get away but I didn't stab him
01:12:36then who did don't answer that it's conjecture the only explanation is that someone could have
01:12:43come in after I left and how did he get in anyway maybe through the sliding door so maybe he was
01:12:49followed you saw those photos you think that woman could have been angry enough to kill him
01:12:54that's one possibility you don't think me look all I know for sure is that he was found dead in your
01:13:05apartment and you're the only other person there I can't ignore the facts Gabby unless you have
01:13:10charges a draw against my client I suggest you refrain from making accusations I'm just doing
01:13:14my job me too I'll be in touch don't leave town
01:13:28Gabby I've been so worried I'm so sorry I ruined your big day oh my gosh don't even worry about
01:13:33that what did the police say they haven't charged Gabby because Cunningham broke in whatever happened
01:13:38after that I was in self-defense I didn't stab him we believe you what matters right now is what the
01:13:43police believe there's no evidence of anyone else in your apartment there's gotta be something
01:13:48Cunningham said I was after the wrong guy maybe he was telling the truth don't go back in there
01:13:53tonight please she can stay at my place tonight nurse number two will take good care of you thanks
01:13:59somehow you keep showing up at the right time thanks again anytime
01:14:15I'll check in you later okay yeah see you later come on I'll make you some tea
01:14:45so
01:14:56so
01:15:03Let's go.
01:15:33Let's go.
01:16:02What are you doing here? You've got to give this up, Gabby. Cunningham is dead. Case closed.
01:16:06Whoever killed him is still out there, and Cunningham was right. I was after the wrong person.
01:16:11There's still a missing puzzle piece, and I need to find it.
01:16:13No way, Jose. I'm not letting you out of here.
01:16:15Not alone.
01:16:19You don't mean.
01:16:22Yesterday, I was cast as nurse number two.
01:16:25My first ever role in a community theater production after who knows how many years of trying.
01:16:33Right now, I feel like I could do just about anything.
01:16:37Even help you find that missing puzzle piece.
01:16:40It might be dangerous.
01:16:42Good.
01:16:47Let's go.
01:16:48So, tell me again what it is you're looking for.
01:17:02I'm not sure.
01:17:04I don't know when I find it.
01:17:05And you're sure breaking and entering is a good idea right now?
01:17:09There's no breaking. Only entering.
01:17:12I just need to look around and see if there's a key or an open window.
01:17:16Some way in.
01:17:18Okay, fine. Just be careful.
01:17:21I will.
01:17:21Keep a look out. If you see anything weird, text me, okay?
01:17:25Yes, ma'am.
01:17:27Ooh, how was that one?
01:17:28That was the best one yet.
01:17:50Gabby?
01:17:51Gabby?
01:18:00Gabby?
01:18:03Gabby?
01:18:20Gabby?
01:18:21Hi, Riley.
01:18:45Sierra, is Gabby with you?
01:18:46Yes, we're at the Cunninghams.
01:18:49I'm on my way.
01:18:51I really don't know what's in there except for his old gas lawnmower.
01:19:15No gas cans.
01:19:16Gabby?
01:19:26What are you doing?
01:19:27Riley, what are you doing here?
01:19:28Thanks for the text, Sierra.
01:19:29If Parker finds out you came back here...
01:19:30I'm about to tell her myself.
01:19:32Are you crazy?
01:19:33She's going to be really interested in what I just discovered.
01:19:36Which is?
01:19:39Riley!
01:19:39Riley!
01:19:42Get up.
01:19:43You don't seem surprised to see me.
01:19:53Michael didn't kill Gloria.
01:19:55It was you.
01:19:57Such a bright young thing you are.
01:20:00What was the two of you having an affair?
01:20:02It wasn't some cheap fling.
01:20:05It was love.
01:20:06I divorced my husband for him, and he was supposed to leave Gloria too, and he never did.
01:20:14And then you snuck into their house and shot Gloria in her bed.
01:20:18Best way to go, if you ask me.
01:20:20I don't think Gloria would agree.
01:20:21But Michael came home, and he would have figured out I killed her if I hadn't shot him too.
01:20:26And after the investigation, you brought the gun back into the house to frame Michael?
01:20:30Yes.
01:20:33He deserved it after how he treated me.
01:20:35But why the fire?
01:20:37It would have been the perfect cover-up for a renewed investigation if you had stepped in and messed it up.
01:20:43And the photographs?
01:20:45And the story about the lawnmower?
01:20:47I let you.
01:20:48Like a dog.
01:20:50And when I got too close to the truth, you improvised.
01:20:53And killed the man that you used to love.
01:20:55You should thank me.
01:20:57I made it look like self-defense.
01:20:59And now?
01:21:02And now, I think it's time Curiosity killed the cats.
01:21:06Aren't you missing one of your pearl earrings?
01:21:08I left it for Parker.
01:21:10She'll figure out where it came from.
01:21:12Who's to say you didn't plan it there to frame me, huh?
01:21:15Barbara, let's just talk about this, okay?
01:21:17I'm done listening.
01:21:25Cute.
01:21:26Not too bright.
01:21:27No!
01:21:28You okay?
01:21:34Yeah.
01:21:35Call Parker.
01:21:37Sierra, you were supposed to text.
01:21:39I thought my performance was a real showstopper.
01:21:42You're gonna look real good in orange.
01:21:44Hey, J-Grin.
01:22:03Can I have a word with Nancy Drew here?
01:22:05You know, just because everything turned out okay, doesn't mean I can't arrest you for
01:22:14interfering with the investigation.
01:22:17On the other hand, maybe I'll let you tell Harold the good news.
01:22:22Thanks to your meddling, he's a free man now.
01:22:26Thanks, Detective.
01:22:27Maybe the department can use someone with your skills, if you're interested.
01:22:32Absolutely.
01:22:34Come see me next week.
01:22:35Okay.
01:22:35Sounds like you might have a new career choice after all.
01:22:42Maybe.
01:22:43I'll have to talk to Harold first.
01:22:45Well, I guess it's all over.
01:22:48Are you leaving the city?
01:22:49I meant the case.
01:22:51Oh, right.
01:22:54Hey, um, do you remember when we talked about you going back to school?
01:22:58And I said that it's never too late to change.
01:23:02Otherwise you'd always wonder?
01:23:04Yeah.
01:23:04I've been doing a lot of that lately.
01:23:09Warning about what I want, who I am.
01:23:12I really wasn't sure about the answer until I met you.
01:23:18Me?
01:23:20I like the idea of being someone who can help people when they need it most.
01:23:25I thought it might be nice to give it a try.
01:23:28Oh, so you're sticking around?
01:23:31I'm afraid to give us a chance to get to know each other a little better.
01:23:36I mean, you know, if you're interested.
01:23:38I might be.
01:23:48I'm sorry.
01:23:49I'm not a mystery person, but I love a good romance.
01:23:52Well, it ain't a ball game, but I'm going to go see about some peanuts and crack injection.
01:24:14I'm good.
01:24:15Matlock?
01:24:16I'm fine, Harold.
01:24:17You know, I'm going to get you two some popcorn.
01:24:19You're going to need it later.
01:24:20Trust me.
01:24:21You came!
01:24:23I wouldn't miss it for the world.
01:24:26These are for you.
01:24:29Riley, you shouldn't have.
01:24:32Oh, I'm so...
01:24:33No, really, there's no space in the dressing room.
01:24:35I've been locked in bigger broom closets.
01:24:36When were you locked in a broom closet?
01:24:38We'll hold on to them until after the show.
01:24:41Brick a leg.
01:24:41Oh, thanks.
01:24:42You too.
01:24:46Shall we?
01:24:47After you.
01:24:56I've read lines hundreds of times, Zira.
01:25:17There's no murder.
01:25:24Zira, I thought this was going to be boring.
01:25:26Here we go again.
01:25:31Excuse me.
01:25:33Gabby St. Clair, I'm a forensic consultant with the local police.
01:25:35Please step aside.
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