Patsy Danube arrest Alan Strike even though she and Hunter James believe him to be innocent. As they return to the police station some new evidence is brought to them. Patsy, Hunter, and Wings setup a little sting.

Hunter James and Patsy Danube are invited into the Strike home, getting cleaned up and fed while Alan Strike and his wife Bet tell their side of the story and the deal they made with Reverend Lowe.

Hunter James finds himself clinging to the side of a ledge, uncertain of what will happen next. He has no idea what has happen to his friend Patsy Danube, nor who it was that is trying to kill them.

Soon to be Police Chief Patsy Danube fills in Hunter James concerning the death of Pastor Lowe and they decide to visit Alan Strike at his ranch. They run into a bit of a car problem and don't make it to the ranch.

Hunter James drops in at the local police station to see his old colleague Patsy Danube and gets the low down on preacher Lowe finding out what might be behind the preacher's untimely death. 

Hunter James receives an invitation from an old associate who is about to be promoted to Chief of Police and he invites George Baily, (Wings) along for a quick vacation. The new Chief asks Hunter to consult on a strange case. Murder or homicide?

Hunter James sits down with Mike Regan at The Port of Call to recap the case. Finishes the day giving Chef Donna Knight and Rachel Gonzalez his final report before gifting Wings with a new tent.

Hunter James and Wings bring all the players together to reveal how and why Mr. Gonzalez and Hannah were killed and detain the murderer until the police arrive.

Hunter James and Wings have breakfast at the Lane Breeze Inn before finding Hannah, the missing maid. Hunter James questions Ida Lane concerning Unity Gonzalez's involvement. Then he tracks down Rachel Gonzalez.

Hunter James continues his search at the Lane Breeze Inn and is joined by a homeless man looking to trade work for a meal, Wings. Both men settle in to their respective roles before the night really heats up.