How does Maddie navigate the tumultuous aftermath of the fateful shooting? In the gripping tenth episode of "Bosch: Legacy," Maddie delivers her poignant testimony regarding the incident involving Ellis. She recounts witnessing Ellis armed with a gun and the harrowing decision that compelled her to pull the trigger, ultimately saving her father's life. However, the police's revelation that they have yet to recover the weapon stirs a storm of anxiety within her.
Her lawyer reassuringly patronizes her with platitudes of reassurance, but when Maddie seeks confirmation from Vasquez, who only arrived on the scene post the commotion, she learns that Vasquez only heard the shots and saw no weapon. In a heartfelt conversation with Harry, Maddie justifies her actions by invoking his long-standing mantra, "Taking a life to save a life." Yet, she is incensed with Harry for neglecting his protective duties, nearly sacrificing his own life in the process. Her mind wanders back to the tragic loss of her mother, fueling her anger and her unyielding resolve to prevent the pain of losing another parent.
Elsewhere, Matthew endeavors to mend the frayed ties with Chandler, following his betrayal by turning her over to the FBI. However, Chandler, unwavering in her need for unwavering loyalty, politely but firmly severs ties with him, wishing him well for the future but refusing to collaborate further. In a poignant session with her therapist, Chandler confesses to feeling like a stranger in her own skin, yet asserts her resilience, insisting that she can live with her choices, for they were necessary for her survival.
What unfolds between Mo and Jade is a delicate dance on a razor's edge. The FBI, eager to leverage Jade's alias Janice, presses her to coerce Mo into spilling the beans on Harry and Chandler. Yet, this maneuver threatens to pull her undercover veil, exposing her to the scrutinizing gaze of the hacker underworld. Baron assures her with a calculated strategy to preserve her anonymity, hinting at leniency for Mo if he decides to collaborate in bringing down their adversaries.
Over dinner at Mo's apartment, an air of tension thickens as Jade and Mo share a meal. Mo's frustration grows, frustrated by Jade's reluctance to elevate their relationship to deeper intimacy. The serene evening shatters when the FBI storms Mo's abode, cuffing him and casting aspersions on Jade, portraying her as a cyber criminal who exploits hackers for corporate espionage. They hang a sword of Damocles over her head, promising prosecution unless Mo coughs up info on Harry and Chandler. Mo, seeking reassurance, demands an official agreement from Baron and requests a few days to weigh his options.
The conclusion of the Foster saga and the FBI's pursuit weaves a tale of intrigue and courtroom maneuvers. In court, Chandler strikes, aiming her arrows at the District Attorney in the Foster case. She unveils compelling evidence hinting at a third-party's involvement, suggesting Ellis and Long orchestrated Lexi Parks' murder and frame Foster using a condom traced back to James Allen. The judge finds the evidence sufficiently solid to warrant a court presentation. Chandler, undeterred, reiterates her plea for the DA to drop the charges, but he stands firm, refusing to budge.
Elsewhere, Chandler informs Harry of a bombshell: one of the FBI's key witnesses has retracted his identification of Harry at the pipeline scene, clearing his name. Their focus shifts unwaveringly to the Foster case, with Harry insisting they extract a confession from Long, who's recovering from Harry's bullet wounds in hospital. Harry hatches a daring plan, exploiting the fact that Long is unaware of Ellis' demise. Disguising himself as a doctor, Harry sneaks into Long's hospital room and reads aloud a fictitious confession penned by Ellis, implicating Long in Lexi's murder. Yet, Long remains steadfast, insisting it was Ellis who lost his grip on reality and committed the crime.
Harry meticulously documents Long's every word, which he and Chandler subsequently present to the District Attorney (DA). The DA persists in his stance, insisting that the recording is inadmissible in court due to the lack of Long's consent for its recording. However, Chandler disputes this, asserting that it matters little since she intends to leak the tape to the press, forcing him to account for why he didn't discard the case despite the incriminating evidence. Is Chandler seriously contemplating a run for the DA's position?
Despite Perez's unwavering support, Maddie informs him of her decision to move out. She clarifies that this doesn't signify the end of their relationship. (It unmistakably does.) Meanwhile, Chandler eagerly awaits the DA's verdict on Foster and meets with Irvin Irwing, inquiring if he would endorse her candidacy for the next DA. Though retired, Irwing ponders her request thoughtfully. Eventually, the DA relents and agrees to dismiss the charges against Foster, thereby clearing his name.
Has Maddie been cleared of the Ellis shooting? Maddie receives a call from a corrections officer informing her that Dockweiler has passed away in prison, suspected of an overdose. She conveys this to Harry, who suggests that he might have been murdered by fellow inmates due to his notorious reputation as a sexual predator, declaring that he got what he deserved. Maddie counters that he got off too easily and decides to seek closure regarding her mother's fate from years ago.
She visits the FBI headquarters and gazes at the Memorial Wall. As she peruses her mother's obituary, she stumbles upon a picture of her mother holding Maddie as a baby, eliciting an emotional response. She later confides in Chandler, expressing relief at learning more about her mother but fearing she might lose empathy for others as a result. Chandler reassures her that this won't be the case, emphasizing that her introspection is proof of her enduring empathy.
More encouraging news is on the horizon as Sgt. Mankiewicz calls to inform her that Ellis' gun has been discovered in the water, effectively clearing her of the shooting. He urges her to keep this information confidential until it becomes official.
As Season 2 of "Bosch: Legacy" draws to a close, Mo finds himself ensnared in a web of intrigue, with Jade confronting him to extract further information. Yet, Mo cleverly turns the tables, exposing Jade's undercover mission. She threatens him with a USB drive containing evidence of his hacking into a pharmaceutical company, but Mo counters that the drive is equipped with an automatic deletion feature, rendering all data obsolete. Jade confesses her lingering affections for him, hinting at a different fate in another lifetime.
Meanwhile, Chandler declares her ambition to run for District Attorney, lambasting the incumbent for his mishandling of the Foster case. Harry and Maddie observe the announcement from the crowd, with Maddie expressing excitement about the possibility of Chandler's victory. Harry, approached by journalist Scott Anderson, endorses Chandler for the position. Anderson, inquisitive about the abrupt cessation of the grand jury investigation, implies that Chandler might have orchestrated the subpoena. Bosch remains tight-lipped in response.
Returning to Harry's apartment, Maddie inquiries about the prospect of working for Chandler if she assumes the DA's role. Harry dismisses the idea, explaining that DA investigators primarily serve subpoenas and transport witnesses, a task that holds little appeal for him. Maddie counters that it's still preferable to working for the shadowy side of justice.
While Harry steps out to walk their dog, Maddie answers a call on his phone from an inmate at Wasco State Prison. It's Preston Borders, a convicted rapist and murderer whom Harry once apprehended. Borders reveals that he took care of Dockweiler, as per Harry's request. Harry re-enters the apartment, and Maddie confronts him, revealing the caller's identity and demanding, "Dad, what have you done?" The season concludes on this cliffhanger, leaving viewers eager for Season 3 to unravel the mystery.
