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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00:00:56Congressional candidate Michael Cunningham
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00:01:03A police spokesperson insists that the shocking invasion
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00:01:09concerned community members.
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00:01:44Hey, hey.
00:01:45Morning, Harold.
00:01:46Sorry I'm late.
00:01:47Had to stop and get some essential supplies.
00:01:49Extra cream, extra sugar, right?
00:01:50Relax, Coach Hackett's black.
00:01:52Hey, those new respirators come in?
00:01:55Yep, just picked them on my way over.
00:01:57I knew there was a reason I made you my partner.
00:01:59We make a great team.
00:02:00Yes, we do.
00:02:04Let's start upstairs.
00:02:07Huh.
00:02:08Not too bad.
00:02:09Must have been a Vasquez job, remember that?
00:02:11Ugh.
00:02:12I'll never be able to look at a guitar the same way again.
00:02:15Ha-ha.
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00:02:38So that's him, huh?
00:02:40Michael Cunningham, the politician?
00:02:42Yeah, and that beautiful wife of his.
00:02:44Who would go and kill a nice-looking lady like that?
00:02:47I don't know.
00:02:48Well, whoever he is, he's gonna do it a lot of times.
00:02:52Well, with the right evidence.
00:02:55Okay, here we go.
00:02:57Like what?
00:02:58Okay, so, Newsom stops by that afternoon
00:03:02to persuade Gloria not to testify against him,
00:03:05which she refuses.
00:03:06Yeah, smart lady.
00:03:08Except that night,
00:03:10Cunningham goes to a campaign rally,
00:03:13Newsom breaks in, kills Gloria.
00:03:16Yeah, yeah, yeah, and Cunningham comes home
00:03:18just in time to see Newsom running out of the house,
00:03:20and he gets shot.
00:03:21I saw that on the news.
00:03:22Okay, Newsom gets away, but he forgets something.
00:03:25So let me guess, fingerprints?
00:03:28Shoe prints.
00:03:29It was a rainy night.
00:03:30Forensics found shoe prints by the back door.
00:03:33From the same shoes he's wearing later,
00:03:36when police watched him.
00:03:37Whoa, whoa, wait a second.
00:03:39So they got the guy on his sneaker prints?
00:03:41Come on, that's like a bad Cinderella story.
00:03:44Or...
00:03:46they got the wrong guy.
00:03:48Think about it.
00:03:49How did Newsom get into the house?
00:03:51I have no idea.
00:03:52There's no signs of forced entry.
00:03:54Yeah, well, where'd the shot come from, genius?
00:03:59Looks like he got Michael just as he came around the corner.
00:04:02Poor guy never knew what hit him.
00:04:07Hmm.
00:04:08They want to lock up this case.
00:04:10They really need to find that murder weapon.
00:04:11Well, maybe the cops already did.
00:04:13I don't know.
00:04:14The news didn't say.
00:04:17Oh, I hate big drugs.
00:04:19Yeah.
00:04:23Hi.
00:04:26Hey, no rest for the wicked.
00:04:28We gotta drop this by 5.30.
00:04:30Jeez, I didn't realize what time it was.
00:04:34You want to take off?
00:04:35Drop it off and call it a day.
00:04:36I'll drag your car home.
00:04:37Nah, I don't want to leave you to finish alone.
00:04:39There's nothing left.
00:04:40Just a black light sweep, a little detailing.
00:04:41If we split up, we can get it done in half the time.
00:04:43Oh, you in a hurry?
00:04:44You got a hot date?
00:04:45Hardly.
00:04:46This is my neighbor.
00:04:47About time Shirley Holmes found her Watson.
00:04:49It's Sierra.
00:04:50She's trying out for a community theater production
00:04:52and needs my help picking out an outfit for the audition.
00:04:57She wants you?
00:04:58As a fashion consultant?
00:05:00And we're running lines.
00:05:01Yeah.
00:05:02It's more like it.
00:05:03Don't wreck her.
00:05:04You got it, Chief.
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00:07:35Where is it?
00:08:00Take care.
00:08:25Thank you very much for your statement, Mrs. O'Connor.
00:08:27Have a good night.
00:08:28You too.
00:08:31Ms. St. Clair?
00:08:32Detective Melissa Parker.
00:08:34Can I ask you a few questions if you're up for it?
00:08:36Yeah, sure.
00:08:37You were inside the house when the fire broke out, is that correct?
00:08:40Yes.
00:08:41I was actually here all afternoon.
00:08:42I went to Martin's cleaning service.
00:08:44Yeah, I'm familiar with it.
00:08:45I don't see a work van or anything.
00:08:47Oh, no.
00:08:48My partner, Harold Martin, he went to drop off a load at the waste facility.
00:08:51Uh-huh.
00:08:52So you were here alone?
00:08:54I thought so.
00:08:56Can you tell me how the fire started?
00:08:58Not really.
00:08:59I mean, I was finishing up cleaning,
00:09:01and then the next thing I know the house is filled with fumes and smoke.
00:09:04Exactly.
00:09:05Where in the house were you?
00:09:06The living room, which is where I found this.
00:09:14It was behind a bookcase.
00:09:15Behind a bookcase?
00:09:17Yeah, it was like one of those secret passageway things you see in old movies.
00:09:20But it wasn't.
00:09:21It was just a hidden closet or something.
00:09:24Maybe it's the murder weapon.
00:09:26Why would you say that?
00:09:28Well, the Cunninghams were shot,
00:09:29and someone probably brought it back in there to hide it.
00:09:33You realize it looks pretty incriminating, you walking out of here with this.
00:09:37I realize that, but the house was on fire.
00:09:39I had to make a choice.
00:09:40Either leave it there to get destroyed, or take it with me and turn it in.
00:09:44I think I made the right move.
00:09:46Did you touch the gun?
00:09:48I don't touch evidence.
00:09:50I learned that back in forensic science.
00:09:53Thank you for your time. Here's my card.
00:09:56Thanks.
00:09:57Do you think I'll be in touch?
00:09:59Not a word about this to anyone.
00:10:01Right.
00:10:02Do you need a ride?
00:10:04Oh, no. My partner's car is here.
00:10:06Actually, the arson team is going to have to check the plates on all the vehicles in the crime scene,
00:10:09so I'll have an officer take you home.
00:10:14Thanks.
00:10:16Right this way.
00:10:17Thanks.
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00:10:28Thanks for the ride.
00:10:29You're welcome.
00:10:34Oh, Gabby.
00:10:35Hi.
00:10:36Oh, Gabby, I'm so glad you're home safe.
00:10:39I'm so sorry I missed the fashion show. It has been a crazy night.
00:10:42I got your text. Are you okay? I was so worried when I didn't hear you come back.
00:10:45I'm fine.
00:10:47Um, it's just, I'm just really wiped.
00:10:50Do you need anything? I mean, how can I help?
00:10:53I just need a long shower, and I just want to try to get to sleep.
00:10:56Are you sure? Maybe I could make you some tea.
00:10:59Yeah, you really don't have to do that.
00:11:00I want to, if you're up for it.
00:11:03You are going to make a great nurse number two.
00:11:05I 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.
00:11:23Yes, but no matter who it belonged to, why would Newsome stash it in the house?
00:11:30And 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.
00:11:44Well, 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 audition for everything.
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.
00:12:05I don't see anything.
00:12:07It's probably nothing. Just forget about it.
00:12:10I'm just curious.
00:12:16I'm sorry about the noise. I didn't mean to bother you.
00:12:20No worries. Let me help you.
00:12:26I'm so sorry. Are you okay?
00:12:29I'm fine.
00:12:32I'm so sorry. Are you okay?
00:12:34Yeah, you?
00:12:35Yeah.
00:12:38Here.
00:12:39Let's try this again.
00:12:42Hi. Riley Thomas. Your new neighbor in 106.
00:12:45I thought I'd try and move the rest of my stuff in tonight, but I guess I overloaded the box a little.
00:12:51Gabby St. Clair. I live over here. 105.
00:12:55Nice to meet you. Gabby.
00:12:57Nice to meet you.
00:13:00I'm Sierra. Hi.
00:13:02Sierra. Hi.
00:13:04I live here too. Just down there. In case you need anything.
00:13:08Got a spare stethoscope?
00:13:10Huh?
00:13:11Your outfit. Are you a doctor? Nurse?
00:13:15Oh! Nurse! I hope.
00:13:20Well, I'd better get these inside. It was nice to meet you two.
00:13:26Have a good night.
00:13:27Yeah. Night.
00:13:29Good night.
00:13:39This morning, police are investigating a suspicious fire that damaged the home of congressional candidate Michael Cunningham.
00:13:45Three days ago, Cunningham was the victim of a home invasion in which his wife Gloria was murdered and he was wounded.
00:13:52Cunningham remains in the hospital.
00:13:55While the investigation into the cause of the fire is ongoing, police say it is unrelated to the murder.
00:14:01Unrelated? But what about the gun?
00:14:03Mr. Cunningham thanks everyone who has expressed sympathy for the tragic death of his wife and well wishes for a speedy recovery.
00:14:10Despite this devastating personal tragedy, he will continue his congressional campaign.
00:14:16Polls report that Cunningham's numbers have risen in the days since the murder.
00:14:22Hi, Harold.
00:14:23How you doing? You sleep okay?
00:14:26Sure. Yeah. And like I told you before, I'm absolutely fine.
00:14:29That's good to hear.
00:14:30Look, I'm really sorry I wasn't able to get your car back to you last night.
00:14:33Oh, stop. Don't even worry about that. I'm just glad you're okay.
00:14:36Well, do you want me to come by, pick you up, and we'll go get it right now?
00:14:39No, no. I hate to pull you out. You know, you should be resting.
00:14:44You don't have to worry about me. I'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.
00:14:59Hey, we're good.
00:15:09Good morning. Oh.
00:15:11Good morning.
00:15:12I'm so sorry about your neighbors.
00:15:14I just don't understand it. How on earth can anyone do such a thing? It's just not right.
00:15:20Did you know them well?
00:15:22The Cunninghams are amongst my dearest friends.
00:15:25Everyone that knew them just thought the world of them both.
00:15:28How long did you know them?
00:15:30I lived next door for years.
00:15:32Oh, gosh. I guess it's been over a decade since they moved in.
00:15:37Barbara Connor.
00:15:39Oh, Gabby. Nice to meet you.
00:15:41I saw you last night in the ambulance.
00:15:43I'm so glad you're okay.
00:15:45You in the house?
00:15:46Yeah, I was finishing up cleaning. I'm a crime scene cleaner.
00:15:49Oh, right. I remember seeing the van out front.
00:15:52Wonderful for Michael to have your help 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 up for days.
00:16:01Out of the hospital?
00:16:02Yes. I saw him here last night from my backyard.
00:16:04I was going to come over to see if he needed anything, but he must have just needed to pick some things up because he didn't stay very long.
00:16:10Do you know when he was here?
00:16:12I don't, but it wasn't too long before then the alarm went off and then the smoke started.
00:16:20You saw smoke after Michael left?
00:16:23I sure did. It's a good thing he wasn't hanging around.
00:16:26Can you imagine being stuck in that fire?
00:16:29Oh, I mean, no offense, of course.
00:16:32Oh, no. None taken.
00:16:35It was nice meeting you.
00:16:37Likewise.
00:16:43Miss St. Clair, sorry to keep you waiting.
00:16:45What can I do for you?
00:16:46Detective.
00:16:47Hi. I was hoping we could discuss the case.
00:16:51The case?
00:16:53I know. Sorry. It's just, I think I might know who started the fire.
00:16:58Okay.
00:16:59I talked to one of the neighbors, Barbara O'Connor, and she said that she saw Michael Cunningham at the house last night just before the fire started.
00:17:07Let's talk in my office.
00:17:14I spoke to Mrs. O'Connor last night. And the other neighbors, too. No one mentioned seeing Michael.
00:17:21But it makes sense if you think about it.
00:17:23How's that?
00:17:24There's a hidden gun in the house. It's a pretty good chance it's the murder weapon.
00:17:28We're still waiting on Ballista.
00:17:30But let's say that it is. How did it get behind the bookcase?
00:17:33And how many people would have known about the hidden compartment?
00:17:36Just one. Gloria's murderer. Or an accomplice.
00:17:40We know who Gloria's murderer is. And Gil Newsom's already behind bars.
00:17:45But O'Connor was there last night. And he did start the fire.
00:17:50I can't believe it.
00:17:52I can't believe it either.
00:17:54But if Cunningham was there last night, and he did start the fire, it could only be for one reason.
00:18:03You think he burned down his own home to make sure no one found the murder weapon he used to kill his wife, even though he's not a suspect?
00:18:09It's possible.
00:18:11Look, I appreciate you're trying to help, but we've already checked that angle.
00:18:15Besides, Mr. and Mrs. Cunningham had, by all accounts, a loving marriage.
00:18:19And Mr. Cunningham had an alibi for the night of the murder and last night.
00:18:23I mean, he's still at the hospital.
00:18:25What?
00:18:26It's the first thing we checked. He won't be discharged until tomorrow.
00:18:29Whoever Mrs. O'Connor saw wasn't him.
00:18:34No more Nancy Drew.
00:18:36All right.
00:18:39I'll show you Nancy Drew.
00:18:41That's not your line, Gabby.
00:18:43Dr. Walton says, nurse, get my husband on the phone. And then nurse number two says, um...
00:18:48Yes, ma'am.
00:18:49Yes, ma'am.
00:18:50Yes, ma'am.
00:18:51Yes, ma'am.
00:18:52Morning, neighbors.
00:18:54Riley! Hey!
00:18:56Hi.
00:18:57I thought I'd take a break from unpacking and check out the neighborhood.
00:19:00Well, what can I get you, neighbor?
00:19:02Oh, um, how about a chicken salad on an everything bagel?
00:19:08And a black coffee.
00:19:10Oh, black coffee, huh?
00:19:13Well, why don't you have a seat and I will be right back.
00:19:18She's a waitress slash actress.
00:19:21Not a nurse.
00:19:22That depends on how her next audition goes.
00:19:24Huh.
00:19:26You want to sit down?
00:19:27Sure, thanks.
00:19:31So, how's the move coming along?
00:19:35Well, I have everything in. Now if I can just figure out where to put it.
00:19:40What brings you to town?
00:19:42That is an excellent question.
00:19:45I guess you could say I'm between jobs.
00:19:48I thought I'd take some time to recharge and get a fresh start, you know?
00:19:52Must be nice.
00:19:53What about you? What do you do?
00:19:56I do my best to avoid talking about what I do for as long as possible.
00:20:00What, are you some sort of secret agent or cab burglar, right?
00:20:04I clean crime scenes. Murders, accidents, that sort of thing.
00:20:08That's good. That's good.
00:20:12Oh, you're serious?
00:20:14For about five years now.
00:20:16Yeah, it's a real icebreaker on first dates.
00:20:18No, no, I was thinking that...
00:20:20That it's a weird way to make a living, that I must have a strong stomach.
00:20:24Or my favorite, at least I don't have to take my work home with me.
00:20:27I was thinking you must be a very caring person.
00:20:32Oh.
00:20:35Sorry.
00:20:36Yeah, sure.
00:20:38My partner.
00:20:39Hi, Harold.
00:20:42Slow down, Harold.
00:20:44That doesn't make any...
00:20:45What?
00:20:47Where are you?
00:20:49Okay, don't worry, I'm on my way.
00:20:51Is everything okay?
00:20:53The police just brought my partner Harold in for questioning.
00:20:55I have to go see him.
00:20:57Hey, you seem really upset.
00:20:59Why don't you let me drive you?
00:21:00I don't know.
00:21:01No, it's fine. Honestly, I'm right there.
00:21:04Okay.
00:21:12Okay.
00:21:18How you doing?
00:21:19I don't know why I'm so nervous, it's just...
00:21:22I'm sure it's all just a formality.
00:21:24Right.
00:21:25Routine questioning, yeah.
00:21:27Alright.
00:21:28Deep breaths.
00:21:29It's all gonna be fine.
00:21:31You'll feel better once you get some more information.
00:21:33I hope so.
00:21:42I'll wait out here.
00:21:44Thank you for driving and everything.
00:21:47Of course.
00:21:51Hi, I'm here to see Harold Martin.
00:21:53Go ahead and sign in.
00:22:07I don't understand.
00:22:09I don't understand.
00:22:11Why would the police question you about burning the house down?
00:22:13It doesn't make any sense.
00:22:16It's not entirely true.
00:22:26When I was in high school, I sort of got mixed up with the wrong crowd.
00:22:32We were all out one night, we were all talking about what we were gonna do, that kind of thing.
00:22:37I didn't take it seriously.
00:22:42Next thing I know, they break into this rich guy's house, they 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.
00:22:58So they charged me as an accessory.
00:23:01Harold, geez.
00:23:05I never knew.
00:23:08Well, it's not something I like to talk about.
00:23:15Yeah, I told the cops. I knew you were in there.
00:23:20I would never do anything to hurt you.
00:23:23You know that. We're family.
00:23:26Of course.
00:23:28I would never in a million years think you were responsible for this.
00:23:35Well, I wish the cops agreed.
00:23:39Once a felon, always a felon. In their eyes.
00:23:46Wait.
00:23:48You couldn't have done it. You were making a job at the incinerator.
00:23:52There was...
00:23:54There was terrible traffic on the highway by the time I got to the waste plant.
00:23:57It was almost seven. The chuck was closed and I'd be, let me do the dump.
00:24:02That was, that was long after the fire started.
00:24:06Traffic isn't much of an alibi.
00:24:11We'll figure this out, Harold.
00:24:14I know we will.
00:24:16I hope so.
00:24:20I hope so.
00:24:25I've got two or three more reports before I can head down.
00:24:32You don't have to stick around if you don't want to.
00:24:34Oh, it's no problem.
00:24:37I'm really sorry to hear what's happening with your partner.
00:24:41I don't understand how he's still here.
00:24:43How can they hold him for something that happened 30 years ago?
00:24:47Well, legally, they can keep him for questioning for up to 48 hours, but after that...
00:24:52I mean, technically, yes, but...
00:24:55How did you know that?
00:24:58Oh, Detective.
00:25:00They brought in my partner, Harold, for questioning.
00:25:02Unless you'd like to join him, I suggest you stay in your lane.
00:25:04But he couldn't have set that fire. He knew I was in the house. The guy's 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?
00:25:11Gabby, what's going on isn't helping.
00:25:13No.
00:25:15If you don't have probable cause, you have to release Harold.
00:25:17I'm not leaving here without him.
00:25:22All right, how about this?
00:25:24We just finished the search in Mr. Martin's vehicle.
00:25:26In the trunk, we found gallons of a volatile substance.
00:25:29We use tons of solvents in our business. I'm sure that's what it is.
00:25:32Wait! I can explain it. Whatever it is, I can explain it.
00:25:35I am not interested in any more of your explanations.
00:25:37I only care about evidence.
00:25:39And until my team tells me that the substance in your partner's car wasn't the accelerator in that fire,
00:25:43he's still my primary suspect. End of story.
00:25:46I know what all of our chemicals smell like, and that's not what I smelled that night.
00:25:49You want to help your friend? Get him a good lawyer.
00:26:00Someone else started that fire.
00:26:02Okay. Who?
00:26:05I don't know. Cunningham?
00:26:09You think Cunningham burned down his own home?
00:26:11If he was trying to cover up the murder of his wife, sure.
00:26:15But the police have the shooter in custody already. It's not Cunningham.
00:26:21All I know is that Harold didn't start that fire. I'm not letting him go down for it.
00:26:25Cunningham's a politician, Gabby. Very powerful people want to see him elected.
00:26:31What people?
00:26:32That's the idea. Not to know.
00:26:36Just because someone has powerful friends doesn't mean you get away with murder.
00:26:40And if proving Harold's innocence means busting Cunningham, so be it.
00:26:45But what if Cunningham's been set up?
00:26:48Don't defend him.
00:26:49I'm not defending him. I'm just keeping all the cards in the deck.
00:26:52I'm not defending him. I'm just keeping all the cards in the table.
00:26:57You know, Riley, I really appreciate your help.
00:26:59But I really shouldn't be bothering you with this. You have plenty to worry about with your move and all.
00:27:03I'm here because I want to help.
00:27:06That's exactly it. Why do you want to? You hardly know me.
00:27:13Okay. I'm sorry. I didn't know you felt that way.
00:27:22I'm sorry.
00:27:23I'm sorry.
00:27:24I'm sorry.
00:27:51Riley, I...
00:27:52I'm sorry about coming off harsh in the car towards you.
00:27:55It's just been a crazy couple of days.
00:27:57It's okay.
00:27:59I'm sorry if you feel like I was butting in your business.
00:28:02I just want to help.
00:28:04I appreciate that. I do.
00:28:09I guess I'm just not used to the attention.
00:28:12Well, I gotta say I even had a little fun being your chauffeur today.
00:28:16We should do it again sometime.
00:28:18Under better circumstances, of course.
00:28:20Agreed.
00:28:30I 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.
00:28:37Thank you, Ender.
00:28:41Oh, did you know that that fancy museum is on the site of an old grain mill?
00:28:47Harold told me about this wicked industrial accident that was there.
00:28:50Oh, you have got to stop talking about that stuff.
00:28:52I'm sorry.
00:28:53No more work talk.
00:28:54Okay.
00:28:55Should we talk about boys? Maybe one in particular?
00:29:00Who?
00:29:02Riley? 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.
00:29:13Oh, speaking of moms, how's yours?
00:29:16Good, 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.
00:29:24That sounds really hard.
00:29:26Yeah. Well, once this whole mess with Harold is straightened out, I can maybe spend a weekend with her.
00:29:33How are things with Harold? Any big breaks?
00:29:35Not really. I'm not going to stop trying, though.
00:29:38I lost my dad. I'm not going to lose another father figure.
00:29:41Do you have a plan?
00:29:43I was hoping you would ask.
00:29:46I was wondering if you could do me a favor.
00:29:53Thanks for doing this, Sierra.
00:29:55Happy to help.
00:29:58I wanted to do some character research, anyway.
00:30:02Do you really think Cunningham murdered his wife?
00:30:06I don't know.
00:30:08But there's definitely something fishy about that guy. I can feel it.
00:30:12How does Riley feel?
00:30:14I should say there's a reason he wasn't invited.
00:30:18Yeah, dinner and a movie is a way better first date.
00:30:23I'm sorry.
00:30:24No, it's okay.
00:30:26Yeah, dinner and a movie is a way better first date.
00:30:34Are you ready?
00:30:36Yes, ma'am.
00:30:56Oh, here's their directory.
00:31:01Security, security.
00:31:04Security.
00:31:05140, first floor. Let's go this way.
00:31:26Come on.
00:31:38It's Parker.
00:31:40There's a lot of press out there, Mr. Cunningham.
00:31:43Are you sure you don't want to go out the back?
00:31:47I should make a statement.
00:31:48Okay.
00:31:54Is it me, or is Cunningham kind of hot in person?
00:31:58What? I'm just saying.
00:31:59Come on.
00:32:08How can I help you?
00:32:09Riley Thomas. I'm here to see Harold Martin.
00:32:15Down this way.
00:32:18This is 137.
00:32:21138.
00:32:23139. This has got to be it.
00:32:26Oh, here it is.
00:32:31Okay, yeah. I'll be right there.
00:32:49Hurry, hurry.
00:32:53What are we, what are we looking for?
00:32:58Can I help you ladies with something?
00:33:00Hi. We have a patient who left her readers in the cafeteria this morning.
00:33:05Just wanted to check lost and found. Real quick.
00:33:09Yes, Mrs. Buecheldorf. She really needs those readers.
00:33:15To read.
00:33:17Can you come back later? I've got to go help out at this Cunningham press conference.
00:33:22We're processing her discharge paperwork now.
00:33:25We would be ever so grateful. I mean, Mrs. Buecheldorf would be.
00:33:33Mrs. Buecheldorf, huh?
00:33:35Sounds made up, right?
00:33:39Yeah, it does.
00:33:43Make it quick.
00:33:46Close the door behind you when you go.
00:33:50The Oscar goes to...
00:34:00Gabby?
00:34:01Riley, what are you doing here?
00:34:02I was about to ask you the same thing.
00:34:04I'm here to see Parker. Cunningham wasn't at the hospital when the fire started.
00:34:08Wait, what are you talking about?
00:34:09Sierra and I went to the hospital this morning. We found this footage on the security camera from the night of the fire.
00:34:15Wait, they just gave you this?
00:34:17Check out the time. Cunningham left the hospital when the fire started.
00:34:22How long was he gone?
00:34:24That's an excellent question. Look, here he comes. After the fire started. He was gone the whole time.
00:34:31Well, it doesn't mean he started the fire.
00:34:34Sure, but he could have. Or he was meeting the person who started it.
00:34:38That would give us reasonable doubt with their case against Harold.
00:34:41We just have to show this to Parker right away.
00:34:43I assume you had the hospital's permission to look at their security files.
00:34:48No one said I couldn't. And this is the evidence we need to free Harold.
00:34:52No, it isn't. If you show that footage to Parker, not only will he not be able to use it, but you could be arrested on what I'm going to assume are multiple charges.
00:35:00But Harold is innocent. And this practically proves it.
00:35:03You can't help him if you're in a cell next to him.
00:35:07Since when did you become an expert on what's best for Harold?
00:35:10About an hour ago.
00:35:12That's why I'm here. I'm taking his case.
00:35:16His case? So, now you're a lawyer?
00:35:19That's what it says on my diploma.
00:35:23But you never said anything. You said you were in between jobs.
00:35:27That was true. At the time. I thought maybe I was ready to move on to something else. Something different.
00:35:34But this seems like an emergency. I want to help.
00:35:38You think you can?
00:35:39I'll do my best. But 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. Ask around and see what I can figure out.
00:35:53I'll go with you.
00:35:55Let's not have you back there again today.
00:35:57Why don't you talk to that neighbor again? Confirm it was Cunningham that she saw that night.
00:36:01Okay. I'll see you later.
00:36:10Oh, hey there. Gabby, right?
00:36:13That's right. Yes, sir. It's nice to see you again. I was wondering if we could chat.
00:36:18Well, sure. Such a wonderful day. Let's have a seat in my patio. Can I get you something to drink?
00:36:23Sure.
00:36:25Great.
00:36:27Hey.
00:36:29Hey.
00:36:31Hey.
00:36:33Hey.
00:36:35Hey.
00:36:36Great.
00:36:42All right. Here we are.
00:36:46I really appreciate you speaking with me again, Barbara.
00:36:48Oh, yes. Of course. Anything I can do to help.
00:36:51I 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.
00:36:59Mm. I was back here having a glass of wine, and I heard someone next door pull up, and 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 recognized 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. Something about never quitting no matter what. I assume it was about his campaign.
00:37:25Okay. 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. I really don't know what's in there except for his old gas lawnmower.
00:37:44A gas lawnmower?
00:37:46Ugh. Gloria would not step foot in that garage because of the gasoline smell.
00:37:49That old clunker with all those rusty cans. She hated all of it. Would 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?
00:38:07Yeah. You both have that same vivacious spirit about you.
00:38:11Well, thank you for the compliment. And the lemonade.
00:38:14Thank you for coming.
00:38:20We just can't seem to stop running into each other.
00:38:23Maybe the universe is trying to tell us something.
00:38:25What are you doing at the neighbor's place?
00:38:27What are you doing following me?
00:38:29Really? Police business.
00:38:31Now, back to what you're doing here.
00:38:33I just had a few questions.
00:38:35I already told you. There's no way she saw Cunningham that night.
00:38:38What about the Arson Report? Did you find out what spread the fire so quickly?
00:38:41You know I can't discuss this investigation with you, Gabby. And you can't keep interfering with it.
00:38:45Maybe if you'd let me know.
00:38:46I 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. I don't want to have to take you in.
00:38:57An old lawnmower. That's your smoking gun?
00:39:00It makes complete sense. Cunningham 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 Connor's after you're running with Parker.
00:39:12Did you find anything at the hospital?
00:39:13All I got was lectures on patient confidentiality.
00:39:17Okay, so the only evidence we have is security tapes we can't use.
00:39:21As Harold's attorney, there is a chance I could subpoena those tapes.
00:39:25It wouldn't be easy. It's a whole host of privacy issues.
00:39:28And when Cunningham finds out, he'll take it to court. It'll be up to a judge.
00:39:32That could take forever.
00:39:38What is it?
00:39:39Nothing. I thought I'd just...
00:39:43Never mind. Sorry. You were saying security tapes?
00:39:47Well, if we can't get the tapes, maybe we can find another way.
00:39:50Such as?
00:39:52Like you said, you're the lawyer. Let's go see Newsome.
00:40:10Name?
00:40:12Gabby St. Clair and Riley Thomas to see Gil Newsome.
00:40:15One moment, please.
00:40:17This is a bad idea, Gabby.
00:40:19The police arrested Gil Newsome for Gloria's murder. But 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?
00:40:32Relax. I've got a great lawyer.
00:40:40You guys just want to step to my right over here?
00:40:42Sure.
00:40:49BC-150 to Central. Jail doors.
00:40:52You guys just want to step to my right over here?
00:40:54Sure.
00:41:02BC-150 to Central. Jail doors.
00:41:22Central on the left.
00:41:31You guys will have 15 minutes.
00:41:36Who are you?
00:41:38Mr. Newsome, I'm Riley Thomas. This is Gabby St. Clair. I represent Harold Martin.
00:41:44Who?
00:41:46My client has been accused of setting fire to the house of Michael and Gloria Cunningham.
00:41:51So you want to pin that on me too?
00:41:54I hate to disappoint you, but I've got a fantastic alibi.
00:41:59We'd like to discuss with you the night that Gloria Cunningham was murdered.
00:42:03Look, I told the cops. And now I'm telling you, I never touched her.
00:42:10Mr. Cunningham claims you came to his house and threatened his wife.
00:42:13He's lying. I just wanted to talk to her.
00:42:15The police also have forensic evidence placing you at the scene.
00:42:18What? My fingerprints at the front door?
00:42:21I did. I was there.
00:42:23That's a waste of time.
00:42:25By the way, Gil, the police found the murder weapon.
00:42:29It's not official. They haven't released the news yet.
00:42:33Not until they get a match in the print.
00:42:43How long is that going to take?
00:42:46Well, it's hard to say. It'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?
00:43:16I was out on bail.
00:43:18And I figured if I could explain to her, you know, what really happened,
00:43:22then maybe she wouldn't have to testify after all.
00:43:25Are you saying you didn't rob that convenience store?
00:43:28They arrested me for armed robbery.
00:43:31That's a big step up when it comes to serving time.
00:43:34And it's only because that lady told them I had a gun.
00:43:38I don't even own a gun.
00:43:40Worst they could get me for was shoplifting.
00:43:43So what did you do at the house?
00:43:45When I got to the door, I could hear yelling inside like they were having a big fight.
00:43:50I rang the bell. The husband answers.
00:43:54And you know, he looked real ticked off.
00:43:57You know, like he was going to take a swing at me even before I opened my mouth.
00:44:01So what did you do?
00:44:03Told him who I was. Asked to talk to his wife.
00:44:06He said beat it before he calls the cops.
00:44:08And? Did you leave then?
00:44:12Yes and no.
00:44:15Like I could hear them start up arguing again and I didn't want any piece of that.
00:44:19So is that why they found your footprints beneath their bedroom window?
00:44:22You went around back to listen?
00:44:24Did you hear what they were arguing about?
00:44:26Not specifically, no.
00:44:28And I didn't want to stick around to find out.
00:44:31You know, she was really going off on him.
00:44:33Wait, Gloria was mad at Michael?
00:44:36Oh yeah. Between the two of them, she was way scarier.
00:44:40I would not want to be that guy.
00:44:46So Gloria was upset with Michael.
00:44:49Really upset.
00:44:51Maybe it wasn't such a loving marriage after all.
00:44:55Wait a minute.
00:44:57When did Parker confirm the gun you found was the murder weapon?
00:45:00She didn't.
00:45:02But you just told me so.
00:45:04I was hoping to get a reaction.
00:45:06The last thing a killer wants to hear is that fingerprints were found on the murder weapon.
00:45:10You were testing her?
00:45:11Mm-hmm.
00:45:14Well, that definitely wasn't a reaction of a guilty man.
00:45:17I didn't think so either.
00:45:19I'm pretty sure he wasn't involved.
00:45:21So now what?
00:45:23I don't know.
00:45:25Can I get you guys anything else?
00:45:27No, thanks.
00:45:30You know, this place has really grown on me.
00:45:33Oh yeah?
00:45:35Good food, great service, good company.
00:45:37What's not to love?
00:45:38I used to live at that corner table over there back in grad school.
00:45:41Oh yeah?
00:45:43What do you study?
00:45:45Forensic science.
00:45:47Right, right, right. The job you avoid talking about for as long as possible.
00:45:50Yeah, sorry about that.
00:45:52I tend to come on a little strong in the subject of career choice.
00:45:55Maybe a little.
00:45:57Well, 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 I had to drop out of my last semester.
00:46:17My dad passed.
00:46:19Cancer.
00:46:21I'm sorry.
00:46:23Thanks.
00:46:25Well, Dad didn't have life insurance and Mom needed help paying the bills.
00:46:29So one of my professors introduced me to Harold.
00:46:32And we took to each other right away.
00:46:34I learned the ropes of his business.
00:46:36And he showed me how I could use the things I learned in school to help people.
00:46:41And here I am, five years later.
00:46:43You can always go back.
00:46:45Finish your degree.
00:46:47Get a job in the force.
00:46:49Meh. Harold made me his partner this year.
00:46:52And I don't mind the work.
00:46:54I make decent money so I can help my mom every month.
00:46:57Sounds like you're working hard for everyone else.
00:47:00Mm-hmm.
00:47:02What about yourself?
00:47:04Too late to change.
00:47:06Too late.
00:47:08Not when it comes to something as important as your own happiness.
00:47:13Otherwise, you'll always look back and wonder.
00:47:19Wonder what?
00:47:22Um, we should probably go. I still got to talk to Harold and a bunch of other stuff to do.
00:47:28Sure.
00:47:37Parker.
00:47:39Mary, what you got?
00:47:42You sure it's the murder weapon?
00:47:44Ballistics checked out.
00:47:46Okay, yeah. Email me the report.
00:47:49Thanks.
00:47:51We may be able to prove that Cunningham wasn't at the hospital when the fire started.
00:47:56That would be a huge step towards clearing you.
00:47:58But what about the solvents?
00:48:00I don't know.
00:48:01The arson investigation showed that there was an accelerating burn pattern at the scene.
00:48:05But we're still waiting on the chemical reports to determine what the residue was.
00:48:10What was I doing driving with that stuff in my trunk? I should have unloaded it at the shop.
00:48:15It's just circumstantial evidence. It won't hold up. We're going to get you out soon.
00:48:19It was dumb. It was a lazy mistake.
00:48:22What's the very first thing I taught you when I hired you? Number one rule.
00:48:26Always be careful.
00:48:27I even told Cunningham that when he emailed me. I said, you got nothing to worry about. We're total professionals.
00:48:32Email? You never actually spoke.
00:48:35People can book online.
00:48:37When did you get the email?
00:48:40I don't know. It was that night. Because I remember hearing about his wife on the news.
00:48:45I mean, the police usually contact us when it's a crime scene. Not the family. And certainly not the victim.
00:48:51I don't remember. But it is a crime scene.
00:48:53Not the family. And certainly not the victim.
00:48:56I don't remember. But it is kind of weird.
00:48:58Cunningham was in the hospital that night. Getting treated for a gunshot wound.
00:49:02Somebody else emailed me.
00:49:04Well, it would have to be an email addressing Cunningham's name. And access to a bank account to make the payment.
00:49:08Somebody he trusted.
00:49:10It could be someone he works with. A campaign staffer.
00:49:12Powerful people.
00:49:14Or they just checked online.
00:49:16We are the top rated cleanup crew.
00:49:18Hey, we earned every single one of those five star reviews.
00:49:20Look, let me reach out to some people I know. See what I can find out about Cunningham's campaign.
00:49:25Can I help you in any way?
00:49:27No, I gotta do this alone.
00:49:29Hang in there, Harold. We're getting close.
00:49:32I'm sure of it.
00:49:41He's just trying to help. What's wrong with that?
00:49:45I don't know.
00:49:46Oh gee, let me see. A 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.
00:49:57I just would feel more comfortable if I knew his story. The guy doesn't talk about himself at all.
00:50:03Well, there's plenty here on the internet. Look.
00:50:06Grew up on the west coast.
00:50:09Top of his class in law school.
00:50:13Worked at a hot shot firm in the city.
00:50:16Which he left months ago and there's nothing about him since. The guy doesn't even have socials.
00:50:21Okay, so maybe he's not exactly on the grid. Maybe he's been off saving the rainforest.
00:50:29Or maybe he gained mysterious superpowers and he's been off fighting crime in a mask, in a cape, in 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.
00:50:57Stop searching.
00:50:59Fine.
00:51:02Hi.
00:51:03Hey. I was thinking of making my mom's chicken piccata tonight and wondered if you might want to swing by.
00:51:11For dinner?
00:51:13Yeah.
00:51:15Did you want to discuss the case?
00:51:17Actually, I was kind of hoping not to discuss the case, if that's okay.
00:51:20Oh, well, um...
00:51:22She'll be there!
00:51:24Thanks, Sierra. 7.30, okay?
00:51:29How can I say no?
00:51:31Great.
00:51:34This way.
00:51:38Told you!
00:51:40I am just going over there to check out his apartment.
00:51:43Tell yourself whatever you need to, girl. Just let me help you pick out an outfit.
00:51:47Okay, 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.
00:52:04Hi.
00:52:09What?
00:52:11Nothing. You look really nice.
00:52:14Oh, thanks.
00:52:17What you got there?
00:52:19Wine. The guy at the store recommended it. You know, chicken.
00:52:24Great. Well, let's open it up. Come on in.
00:52:34Looks like you're making some good progress.
00:52:37You've been keeping me pretty busy.
00:52:41Oh, I got us a table by the kitchen. Hope that's okay.
00:52:46Yeah, perfect.
00:52:49So, how's the recharging going?
00:52:53You kidding? Look around. Barely had time to unpack, never mind recharge.
00:52:58Sorry about that.
00:53:00It's alright. I signed up for it.
00:53:01What, a murder mystery?
00:53:03Well, I am a lawyer. It's not exactly unfamiliar territory.
00:53:08Have you worked on many murder cases before?
00:53:11I thought we weren't talking about the case tonight.
00:53:14I'm just making conversation.
00:53:16I mean, you mentioned that you were looking for a fresh start, and I was just wondering, you know, a fresh start from what?
00:53:23Oh, okay. So now it's an interrogation.
00:53:26Doesn't have to be.
00:53:28Let's just say there are some things in my past which I'd rather leave in the past.
00:53:34No burning buildings or dead bodies, I promise.
00:53:38Okay. I guess everyone's entitled to one or two secrets.
00:53:43Just one more question for you, though.
00:53:45Shoot.
00:53:47That picture over there, when did you go to the rainforest?
00:53:50Now that is a good story.
00:53:52I'd like to hear it.
00:53:54To a night off.
00:53:55A night off.
00:53:59Hmm. Good choice.
00:54:05You know, I think this sauce could use one more lemon, but would you possibly...
00:54:11Yeah, I have one. When I get back, I want to hear that story.
00:54:15Sounds good.
00:54:25Okay.
00:54:56This is him?
00:54:58There's no doubt about it.
00:55:00Cunningham was having an affair, and I know who with.
00:55:03Candace Mills. His campaign manager.
00:55:06Maybe this will prove it.
00:55:08Prove what?
00:55:10That she had something to do with the murder, too.
00:55:12Just because Cunningham's a cheater doesn't mean he's a killer.
00:55:15And it certainly doesn't mean that this lady's involved, too.
00:55:18But he had motive and opportunity.
00:55:20Cunningham was shot, as well.
00:55:22By his accomplice, Candace Mills.
00:55:24She had motive, too.
00:55:26She wants Michael, and she wants to win the election.
00:55:28Candace Mills wouldn't help Cunningham kill his wife,
00:55:31and then just turn around and give you these photos.
00:55:33She'd be incriminating herself.
00:55:36But...
00:55:38But?
00:55:40I spoke to those people about Cunningham's campaign.
00:55:43Cunningham has been rumored to be a big shot.
00:55:46He's a big shot.
00:55:47I mean...
00:55:49Cunningham has been rumored to be a bit of a ladies' man for a while now.
00:55:52And they've been doing whatever they can to keep a lid on it.
00:55:55Maybe whoever sent you these photos is playing dirty politics.
00:55:59Or...
00:56:01Maybe it's another woman.
00:56:03Maybe.
00:56:05Either way, I'm not exactly in love with the fact they know where you live.
00:56:09I'm a big girl. I can take care of myself.
00:56:11Besides, whoever left these gave us a huge clue.
00:56:15If you say so.
00:56:18Are you going to get that?
00:56:20Nope, definitely not.
00:56:23I don't suppose I do any good to suggest we take these to Parker.
00:56:26Well, not yet.
00:56:28Cunningham has a big campaign rallying downtown tomorrow.
00:56:31So it's a great opportunity to have a little chat with Mistress Mills.
00:56:37You're enjoying this, aren't you?
00:56:39And you're not?
00:56:48Well, um...
00:56:50Thanks for coming.
00:56:53Gabby, be careful, please.
00:56:56If you need anything, I'm right here.
00:56:59Yeah, thanks, you too.
00:57:17Thanks.
00:57:48What are you doing back there?
00:57:51Oh, Detective, I'm so sorry I didn't recognize you.
00:57:55I've just been so jumpy lately.
00:57:57Perfectly understandable.
00:57:59You know, I was actually hoping to speak with you, Ms. O'Connor.
00:58:02Oh?
00:58:04We received a tip that the night of the fire, you saw someone come back here.
00:58:07Is that correct?
00:58:09Yes.
00:58:11I was hoping to speak with you, Ms. O'Connor.
00:58:13Oh?
00:58:14We received a tip that the night of the fire, you saw someone come back here.
00:58:17Is that correct?
00:58:19Yes.
00:58:21You didn't mention that to me when we spoke before.
00:58:23Gosh, I didn't think much of seeing Michael in his own yard.
00:58:26It is his house, after all.
00:58:28You sure it was him?
00:58:30Oh, we've been friends for years. I couldn't mistake him.
00:58:33Did you see anyone else come back here?
00:58:35Just Michael.
00:58:38Thank you for your time.
00:58:40Yeah, sure.
00:58:42Take care.
00:58:45You do realize this event's going to be packed, right?
00:58:48Press, security, voters. Cunningham's never been more popular.
00:58:51Yeah, that's true.
00:58:53Not to mention, this campaign manager probably won't want to talk about the case.
00:58:56Well, I came here 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!
00:59:14Veronica, what are you doing here?
00:59:17I've been worried sick about you.
00:59:26Aren't you going to introduce us?
00:59:29Veronica, this is Gabby Sinclair. Gabby, Veronica Laskin.
00:59:34Hi there, Gabby.
00:59:36How do you two know each other?
00:59:38We live in the same building.
00:59:40You rented an apartment?
00:59:42How do you know Riley?
00:59:44I'm his fiancée.
00:59:46You're engaged.
00:59:47Actually, we both agreed to call off the engagement.
00:59:49Oh, stop. It's just cold feet.
00:59:51Men, am I right?
00:59:53Totally. You can 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.
01:00:02But 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?
01:00:10I should let you two catch up.
01:00:12It's nice to meet you.
01:00:14Gabby, wait.
01:00:19She seems nice.
01:00:21We need to talk.
01:00:23He's engaged?
01:00:25Maybe not anymore.
01:00:27It seems complicated.
01:00:30You know, I don't even know why I'm upset.
01:00:32It wouldn't have worked out anyway.
01:00:34He is our neighbor and that is worse than dating a coworker.
01:00:36I'm sorry, Gabby.
01:00:38You guys were so cute together.
01:00:39Shame on him for not telling you earlier.
01:00:42Yeah.
01:00:44Hey, do you want a cinnamon roll?
01:00:47I always save one for myself, but I think you need it today.
01:00:50Sounds good.
01:00:59This is Sierra.
01:01:02Oh, hi, Ron.
01:01:03Hi, girl.
01:01:05You what?
01:01:09I did?
01:01:12Um, yeah.
01:01:15See you Monday.
01:01:17Ah!
01:01:19I got it!
01:01:21Nurse number two!
01:01:23Oh my gosh, Sierra, I knew it.
01:01:25This is all you.
01:01:27No, no, no, you keep it.
01:01:29But we have to celebrate tonight.
01:01:31Done.
01:01:33I'm feeling fab because we're going out!
01:01:36Yes, ma'am!
01:01:53I don't need to tell you what's wrong with this country we love,
01:01:58or what needs to change to give us hope for the future.
01:02:02And I don't have to tell you that it won't be easy.
01:02:05But I will tell you this.
01:02:07I intend to do everything in my power to bring that strength
01:02:12and 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.
01:02:23A dream that I shared with my wife, Glory.
01:02:31Losing her has been beyond words.
01:02:36She's gone.
01:02:38She's gone.
01:02:40She's gone.
01:02:42She's gone.
01:02:43It's been beyond words.
01:02:47Some have suggested that it would be better for me
01:02:52to drop out of this race.
01:02:54To give up.
01:02:57But I made her a promise that I would never give up on our dream.
01:03:02And 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.
01:03:14Actually, I was hoping we could talk.
01:03:21Where did you get those?
01:03:23I guess that answers my first question.
01:03:25What do you want, money?
01:03:27I'm just looking for some answers.
01:03:29Are you a reporter?
01:03:31No, I'm just trying out a friend.
01:03:33Those pictures were taken last year, before he decided to run.
01:03:37But he was married.
01:03:38Which is why I broke it off.
01:03:40Do you know if Michael had any of their affairs?
01:03:43I don't know. And even if I did, I'm not going to tell you.
01:03:46Well, what about Glory? Did she know about you?
01:03:48I don't know why you think I'm going to discuss this with you.
01:03:50Well, 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.
01:03:58She wasn't some trophy wife.
01:04:00She was smart, independent.
01:04:02Some people even thought she should have run for office herself.
01:04:06Trusting Michael was just about her only flaw.
01:04:09What would she have done if she knew about you two?
01:04:11She would have made sure his whole world came crashing down around him.
01:04:15But he would have never let that happen.
01:04:18Okay.
01:04:20Just one more question.
01:04:22The night that Glory was murdered, Michael contacted a cleaning service to come to the house after the police released it.
01:04:27That was me. Michael was in the hospital. I just wanted to help.
01:04:30Any particular reason you chose Martin's cleaning service?
01:04:33It was the first name that came up when I searched.
01:04:35Good reviews. Seem legit.
01:04:37Thanks.
01:04:38What are you going to do with those photos?
01:04:41Would you be willing to tell the police everything that you told me?
01:04:45If the information would remain confidential, then yes.
01:04:49But Michael needs to stay completely focused on the election.
01:04:53Okay.
01:04:55So, Cunningham had an affair with his own campaign manager?
01:04:59And she'll make a statement. Confidentially, if she has to.
01:05:02I have a feeling that she wasn't the only one he was involved with.
01:05:05I can't do anything with feelings, Gabby.
01:05:07And frankly, I've already told you to leave this case alone.
01:05:09Could you just hear me out?
01:05:11Please?
01:05:15I'm sorry.
01:05:17I'm sorry.
01:05:19I'm sorry.
01:05:21I'm sorry.
01:05:23Okay.
01:05:25So, Cunningham had an affair.
01:05:28Gloria found out about it and threatened to go public and ruin his campaign.
01:05:32They were overheard arguing the day of the murder.
01:05:35So, after Gil Newsom stopped by, Cunningham realized he had an opportunity to get rid of Gloria.
01:05:41And pit it on Newsom.
01:05:46How did you find out about the argument?
01:05:49Neighbors?
01:05:53Then you must have spoken to Newsom. That's exactly what he told us.
01:05:57It's the only way I could get his side of the story.
01:06:00And he claims that he was never inside.
01:06:03That guy's arrested for murder. What do you expect him to say?
01:06:06That's fair. But do you have any forensics to prove that he was in the house?
01:06:09Hairs? Fibers? Anything besides Cunningham's statement?
01:06:14I was in there. I didn't see any signs of forced entry.
01:06:19Cunningham didn't shoot himself.
01:06:20Okay, then maybe he had an accomplice.
01:06:23Someone to make it look convincing to seal the deal on Newsom.
01:06:26Maybe this other woman.
01:06:28And if that other woman wasn't Candace Mills, then who is it?
01:06:31We're back to feelings again, Gabby, and I need evidence.
01:06:35Look, even if I do buy the story, the fact of the matter is Cunningham was still at the hospital when the fire started.
01:06:42O'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. Unless 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.
01:07:05Flattery won't get you anywhere.
01:07:07And I think your police are doing a great job.
01:07:10I will make sure to let them know.
01:07:12But if this was my case, I'd check the hospital security footage.
01:07:17And what makes you think we didn't do that already?
01:07:20Maybe a second look.
01:07:23Anyway, I'll let you get back to work.
01:07:25Thanks for your time.
01:07:42You've reached the voicemail of Andre St. Clair. Please leave a message.
01:07:47Hey, Mom. 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 have been crazy.
01:07:57So, anyway, I miss you. Bye.
01:08:06I was just passing by and saw you here. Can we talk?
01:08:11I think we're pretty much all caught up in the getting-to-know-you department.
01:08:15It's not what you think.
01:08:17Yeah, no burning buildings, no dead bodies, just a fiancé you neglected to mention.
01:08:21We're not engaged. Okay? It's complicated.
01:08:30We've been dating, I guess, working for our father, going to all the family events.
01:08:37Things just sort of evolved.
01:08:40How romantic.
01:08:42I 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. I couldn't see myself married to Veronica, working for her dad, and even.
01:09:08I guess I just... I just got caught up in the momentum of it all.
01:09:17I can relate to that.
01:09:22I tried to end things with Veronica, face it all head-on, but she's just not very good with no.
01:09:31I'm sorry. I should have told you all this before, but it's over now.
01:09:37For real this time.
01:09:41I guess everyone deserves a fresh start.
01:09:49Anytime.
01:10:08We need to talk.
01:10:11Cunningham, it was you.
01:10:16Stalking me? Taking photos? Harassing my campaign manager?
01:10:23You mean your ex-girlfriend?
01:10:26You're making quite the nuisance of yourself.
01:10:28Yeah, I get that a lot.
01:10:30You think this is funny?
01:10:32I think this is breaking and entering. And if you don't leave right now, I'm calling the police.
01:10:35I wouldn't do that.
01:10:37Or what? You're going to kill me? Like you killed your wife?
01:10:44That's what this is about. You think I killed Gloria?
01:10:49Yeah, and I can prove it. And that you set your house on fire to cover your tracks.
01:10:55I was at the hospital that night.
01:10:57No, you weren't. I 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 got the wrong guy. But either way, I'm not letting your delusions cost me this election.
01:11:16Riley! Riley!
01:11:20Gabby, what's the matter?
01:11:22Cunningham was waiting for me. He broke into my apartment.
01:11:24Are you alright?
01:11:26No, I don't know. I hit him in the head.
01:11:28Where is he now?
01:11:30He's still in there. He's knocked out.
01:11:32We have to call Parker.
01:11:34She'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.
01:11:56What did you say you hit him with?
01:11:58Cutting board.
01:12:00Why? What? What is it?
01:12:02Riley, let me in.
01:12:04Gabby, you can't go in there.
01:12:06Cunningham's been stabbed.
01:12:08What are you talking about?
01:12:26Alright, Gabby. Walk me through this one more time.
01:12:28Cunningham was waiting for me when I got home.
01:12:31He threatened me and then I hit him with a cutting board to get away.
01:12:35But I didn't stab him.
01:12:37Then who did?
01:12:39Don't answer that. It's conjecture.
01:12:41The only explanation is that someone could have come in after I left.
01:12:45How did he get in anyway?
01:12:47Maybe through this lighting door?
01:12:49So maybe he was followed.
01:12:51You saw those photos.
01:12:53You think that woman could have been angry enough to kill him?
01:12:55That's one possibility.
01:12:57You don't think?
01:12:58Me.
01:13:01Look, all I know for sure is that he was found dead in your apartment and you're the only other person there.
01:13:06I can't ignore the facts, Gabby.
01:13:08Unless you have charges to draw against my client, I suggest you refrain from making accusations.
01:13:12I'm just doing my job.
01:13:14Me too.
01:13:17I'll be in touch.
01:13:19Don't leave town.
01:13:28Gabby, I've been so worried.
01:13:30I'm so sorry I ruined your big day.
01:13:32Oh my gosh, don't even worry about that.
01:13:34What did the police say?
01:13:36They haven't charged Gabby because Cunningham broke in.
01:13:38Whatever happened after that was in self-defense.
01:13:40I didn't stab him.
01:13:42We believe you.
01:13:44What matters right now is what the police believe.
01:13:46There's no evidence of anyone else in your apartment.
01:13:48There's got to be something.
01:13:50Cunningham said I was after the wrong guy.
01:13:52Maybe he was telling the truth.
01:13:54Don't go back in there tonight, please.
01:13:56She can stay at my place tonight.
01:13:58Thanks.
01:14:02Come here.
01:14:07Somehow you keep showing up at the right time.
01:14:10Thanks.
01:14:12Again.
01:14:14Anytime.
01:14:23I'll check in with you later, okay?
01:14:25Yeah, see you later.
01:14:26Come on, I'll make you some tea.
01:14:56Okay.
01:15:26Thanks.
01:15:57Sierra, what are you doing here?
01:15:59What are you doing here?
01:16:01You've got to give this up, Gabby.
01:16:03Cunningham is dead, case closed.
01:16:05Whoever killed him is still out there.
01:16:07And Cunningham was right.
01:16:09I 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.
01:16:15I'm not letting you out of here.
01:16:17Not alone.
01:16:19You don't mean?
01:16:21Yesterday I was cast as nurse number two.
01:16:23My first ever role in a community theater production
01:16:26after who knows how many years of trying.
01:16:30Right now I feel like I could do just about anything.
01:16:33Even help you find that missing puzzle piece.
01:16:36It might be dangerous.
01:16:38Good.
01:16:44Let's go.
01:16:54So, tell me again what it is you're looking for.
01:16:58I'm not sure.
01:17:00But I'll know when I find it.
01:17:02And you're sure breaking and entering is a good idea right now?
01:17:06There's no breaking.
01:17:08Only entering.
01:17:10I just need to look around and see if there's a key or an open window.
01:17:14Some way in.
01:17:16Okay, fine.
01:17:18Just be careful.
01:17:20I will.
01:17:21Keep a lookout.
01:17:23If you see anything weird, text me, okay?
01:17:26Yes, ma'am.
01:17:28Oh, how was that one?
01:17:30That was the best one yet.
01:17:32Okay.
01:17:51Gabby?
01:17:53Sierra?
01:18:01Gabby?
01:18:09Gabby.
01:18:31Gabby.
01:18:44Hi, Riley.
01:18:46Sierra, is Gabby with you?
01:18:48Yes, we're at the Cunninghams.
01:18:50I'm on my way.
01:19:01Yeah.
01:19:05I really don't know what's in there except for his old gas lawnmower.
01:19:15No gas cans.
01:19:25Gabby?
01:19:26What are you doing?
01:19:27Riley, what are you doing here?
01:19:28Thanks for the text, Sierra.
01:19:29Parker finds out you came back here.
01:19:30I'm about to tell her myself.
01:19:32Are you crazy?
01:19:33She's been really interested in what I just discovered.
01:19:36Witches?
01:19:39Riley!
01:19:42Get up.
01:19:47Barbara.
01:19:51You don't seem surprised to see me.
01:19:53Michael didn't kill Gloria.
01:19:55It was you.
01:19:57Such a pregnant thing you are.
01:20:00Where's the two of you having an affair?
01:20:02It wasn't some cheap fling.
01:20:05It was love.
01:20:07I divorced my husband for him.
01:20:09And he was supposed to leave Gloria too, I mean...
01:20:12I mean, he never did.
01:20:14And then you snuck into their house.
01:20:16And shot Gloria in her bed.
01:20:18Best way to go, if you ask me.
01:20:20I don't think Gloria would agree.
01:20:22But Michael came home and he would have figured out I killed her if I had shot him too.
01:20:26And after the investigation,
01:20:27you brought the gun back into the house to frame Michael?
01:20:30Yes.
01:20:32He deserved it after how he treated me.
01:20:34But why the fire?
01:20:36It would have been the perfect cover-up for a renewed investigation if you had stepped in and messed it up.
01:20:42And the photographs?
01:20:44And the story about the lawnmower?
01:20:46I let you.
01:20:47Like a dog.
01:20:49And when I got too close to the truth,
01:20:51you 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 cat.
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?
01:21:14Whatever.
01:21:16Let's just talk about this, okay?
01:21:18I'm done listening.
01:21:24Cute.
01:21:25Not too bright.
01:21:27No!
01:21:32You okay?
01:21:34Yeah.
01:21:36Call Parker.
01:21:38Sierra, you were supposed to text.
01:21:40I thought my performance was a real showstopper.
01:21:42You're gonna look real good in orange.
01:21:56Hey, Jigren.
01:22:01Can I have a word with Nancy Drew here?
01:22:08You know, just because everything turned out okay
01:22:10doesn't mean I can't arrest you
01:22:12for interfering with the investigation.
01:22:15On the other hand,
01:22:17maybe I'll let you tell Harold the good news.
01:22:20Thanks to your meddling,
01:22:22he's a free man now.
01:22:23Thanks, Detective.
01:22:25Maybe the department can use someone with your skills,
01:22:27if you're interested.
01:22:29Absolutely.
01:22:31Come see me next week.
01:22:33Okay.
01:22:37Sounds like you might have a new career choice after all.
01:22:40Maybe.
01:22:42I'll have to talk to Harold first.
01:22:44Well, I guess it's all over.
01:22:46Are you leaving the city?
01:22:48I meant the case.
01:22:50Oh, right.
01:22:51Hey, um,
01:22:53do you remember when
01:22:55we talked about you going back to school?
01:22:57Mm-hmm.
01:22:59And I said that it's never too late to change.
01:23:01Otherwise, you'd always wonder.
01:23:03Yeah.
01:23:05I've been doing a lot of that lately.
01:23:07Worrying about
01:23:09what I want,
01:23:11who I am.
01:23:13I really wasn't sure
01:23:15about the answer
01:23:17until I met you.
01:23:19Me?
01:23:21I like the idea of being someone
01:23:23who can help people when they need it most.
01:23:25Thought it might be nice to
01:23:27give it a try.
01:23:29Oh.
01:23:31So you're sticking around?
01:23:33Yeah.
01:23:35If you could give us a chance to get to know each other a little better.
01:23:37I mean, you know, if
01:23:39you're interested.
01:23:41I might be.
01:23:48I'm sorry.
01:23:49I'm not a mystery person,
01:23:51but I love a good romance.
01:24:09Well, it ain't a ball game,
01:24:11but I'm gonna go see about
01:24:13some peanuts and crackerjacks.
01:24:15I'm good.
01:24:17I'm fine, Harold.
01:24:19I've got some popcorn.
01:24:21You're gonna need it later, trust me.
01:24:23You came!
01:24:25I wouldn't miss it for the world.
01:24:27These are for you.
01:24:29Riley!
01:24:31You shouldn't have.
01:24:33No, really.
01:24:35There's no space in the dressing room.
01:24:37I've been locked in bigger broom closets.
01:24:39When were you locked in a broom closet?
01:24:41We'll hold on until after the show.
01:24:43Oh, thanks.
01:24:45You too.
01:25:14I've read lines hundreds of times, Ciara.
01:25:17There's no murder.
01:25:19No!
01:25:25I knew I thought this was gonna be boring.
01:25:27Here we go again.
01:25:31Excuse me.
01:25:33Gabby St. Clair.
01:25:35I'm a forensic consultant with the local police.
01:25:37Please step aside.