Episode 2 of "Missing You" kicks off with a bombshell of drama, as a couple's bond is shattered by the wife's betrayal. They're stationed at a rustic farm, where a breeder named Titus, with a knack for uncovering secrets, presents a damning photograph of the wife locking lips with her next-door neighbor. This revelation tears the family apart, and Titus, with a sense of satisfaction, banishes them from the estate, sending them into the unknown. However, unknown to them, this enigmatic figure harbors a hidden agenda—Rishi is being secretly held captive in his barn.
Elsewhere, Kat arrives unexpectedly at Stagger's doorstep, catching him in his dressing gown at the break of dawn. She rambles incessantly about Monte's deceitful tales and reveals that she's ventured into the prison to confront him herself. Stagger, utterly astounded by this revelation, is particularly shocked when Josh's name gets entangled in this web of intrigue. Despite his astonishment, he hugs Kat, urging her to let go of the past. But Kat, far from being reassured, insists that he talk to Monte personally.
Getting no traction with Stagger, Kat turns to Stacey, her private investigator friend, enlisting her expertise, along with Aqua, to unravel the mystery. The puzzle pieces seem to fit neatly—Clint and Josh had a close-knit history.
At the police station, Kat hosts a press conference regarding Rishi's inexplicable disappearance, which is entirely out of character for him. Unbeknownst to the audience, Rishi is actually harbored at the farmhouse, as evidenced by fleeting scenes interspersed throughout the episode.
Meanwhile, Kat is approached by a young boy named Brendan, who brandishes a picture of her and claims that his mother has been missing for six days. He insists that his mother always calls him every day and believes that Kat, who understands the pain of loss, is the only one who can help him find her.
Charlie delves deep into his research, successfully tracing Rishi's connection to Vanessa, only to encounter a dead end when he discovers that their phone line has been disconnected. They are now left with no choice but to uncover more clues through extensive sleuthing. Just when the stakes seemed high enough, Stagger delivers a bombshell: Monte has passed away, extinguishing any hope of grilling him for more information.
Meanwhile, Titus decides to negotiate with Rishi, leveraging Vanessa's safety as his bargaining chip. Reluctantly, Rishi agrees to comply, pledging to transfer funds into Titus' account in exchange for their lives being spared. Titus, satisfied but not trusting, blindsfolds Rishi and spirits him away to an undisclosed location, ensuring that both he and Vanessa will be left unharmed.
Later that evening, Brendan makes a risky decision to break into Kat's apartment, panicking and fleeing as soon as she returns home unexpectedly. Kat had already reached out to check on her mother's wellbeing, reassuring her that she's perfectly fine. Brendan remains unconvinced, however, given the shadowy figure her companion, Josh, seemed to be. Indeed, Josh's presence in the apartment only fueled Brendan's suspicion, as he was scouting for clues pertaining to Kat's history with Josh. Kat firmly refuses to assist Brendan, yet her hesitation betrays a thoughtfulness over the proposition.
The following day, Kat crosses paths with Stacey and learns that Josh's online presence has vanished, leaving no trace of his whereabouts. Even the prison officer mentions spotting Josh, though a mysterious ATM transaction at the opposite direction of the airport casts even more doubts on his current status. In a conversation with Tamsin, Kat uncovers another layer of intrigue: Stagger had personally visited Monte in prison, accompanied by Josh. Displeased by this revelation, Kat storms into Terrence's farewell gathering, determined to unearth the truth buried beneath layers of deceit.
Kat confronts Stagger with questions, prompting him to reveal that Josh's supervisor had been convinced he could exploit Kat as a means to gain access to the prison. This ploy seemingly succeeded, and Stagger played along, driven by his desire for answers regarding Clint. However, the entire endeavor proved futile, and Kat reluctantly concedes that she bypassed official procedures. This confession earns her an indefinite suspension, enforced by a stern Stagger who insists on adhering to the truth.
Meanwhile, amidst discussions of honesty, Rishi breaks his bonds in a desperate bid for freedom, attempting to flee the barn under the cover of night. Titus, fortunately for him, secures what he seeks, but Rishi's financial accounts are frozen, leaving him in a perilous position. As he makes a hasty exit, Rishi is brutally struck on the head with a shovel. The camera's gaze shifts to reveal several other individuals, similarly bound within the barn. Rishi's fate is particularly grim; he is carted away and incinerated, along with a cache of clothing that hints at the disappearances of various individuals, including a yellow dress that eerily resonates with Brendan's mother.
As the episode draws to a close, it emerges that Stagger's involvement in these dark dealings is far deeper than previously suspected. Flashbacks depict him frantically attempting to scrub bloodstains from his attire, further implicating him in the unfolding mystery.
