In the unfolding of episode 3, Sir's stark reminder of Isabella's fate left Gabi unsettled, her mind wandering into a vortex of guilt. She questioned herself, wondering if she was the catalyst for Isabella's abduction. Guilt consumed her, knowing that her decision to befriend someone had inadvertently led to such a tragedy.
At the Mosely, Gabi's gaze fell heavily on Lacey, her conscience weighted by the truth she now held. The complexity of their relationship was palpable, leaving one to ponder what future entanglements might await.
Margaret, her heart heavy with the loss of her son 13 years ago, explained her daily pilgrimage to the bus station, hoping against hope to find him among the crowds. Just then, Taylor, Margaret's daughter, appeared, asking for an emancipation letter, a request that cut deep into Margaret's already fragile soul. She had lost custody of her other two children due to her grief over Jamie's disappearance. Taylor remained unaware of her mother's enduring sorrow, but Lacey quietly revealed the evenings Margaret spent searching.
The crisis management team grilled Cliff, the doorman, who noticed Reggie's absence. Accustomed to Reggie's routine, Cliff and the elderly man often engaged in conversation. However, he had refrained from reporting the matter to the police, doubting their commitment to rescuing a black, widowed gay man. Instead, he sought the help of Mosley and his associates, known for their dedication to finding the lost.
As the team took up the challenge to find Reggie, the chasm in Gabi's and Lacey's relationship became more apparent. Their strained interactions resonated throughout the halls. Margaret's anxiety spiked when she realized Reggie's heart medication was missing, a crucial necessity for his survival. Lacey reached out to Trent for investigative assistance, but this did not sit well with Gabi, who feared police involvement might jeopardize their search. Meanwhile, Lacey offered Margaret words of encouragement, urging her to stay strong.
Gabi, her intuition sharp as ever, delved into the chats, seeking clues. She surmised that Reggie's abductor might be a millennial, based on the conversational patterns. Alongside Dhan, she questioned a banker who disclosed that Hollis, Reggie's niece, had been handling his finances. The bank had traced unusual withdrawals to various accounts, all leading back to Hollis. The banker's revelation devastated Reggie, providing Hollis with a motive to harm her uncle or hold him captive.
As the plot unfolds, Trent and Gabi desperately track Reggie's phone, only to stumble upon it abandoned in a desolate dumpsite. The situation takes a turn for the worse when they lose their sole communication device. Hollis' lavish lifestyle piques the team's curiosity, hinting at a possible scam against her uncle. However, Hollis confesses to duping men online to fund her extravagant existence.
As the interrogation intensifies, a phone call purportedly from her uncle changes the investigation's trajectory. Meanwhile, Lacey's concern for her strained relationship with Gabi grows. As expected, Gabi seeks Sir's guidance. After listening to a recorded call, Sir reveals that the kidnapper is fearful and volatile, suggesting Reggie's safety is at risk, urging the team to act swiftly.
At Reggie's home, Gabi and Margaret engage in a puzzle-solving session, trying to unravel the mystery of the missing person. As the investigation gains momentum, Julian emerges as a person of interest. Shockingly, he's Reggie's account manager and could have siphoned his finances. Cliff receives accolades for his prompt action in approaching Gabi about Reggie's disappearance.
The crisis management team discovers that Julian has drained accounts of multiple individuals, leading to one fatality. As the episode draws to a close, Gabi and Lacey face each other again. Suddenly, Gabi recalls and realizes she never requested a companion; Sir manipulated her into believing it was her fault. To assert her dominance, Gabi demands Sir surrender all the items she had given him. Later, Gabi visits Lacey to apologize for her cold demeanor. Meanwhile, Taylor joins Margaret at the bus station during her routine visit.
