Episode 2 of *Reasonable Doubt* Season 3 kicks off with Lewis explaining that Toni wants to spend the night with him, ostensibly to discuss matters related to Jayden. Jax is immediately skeptical, her brow furrowing as she shoots Lewis a pointed look. But Lewis, ever the diplomat, urges her to trust him. He insists that this is a necessary step, a chance to finally put an end to the relentless suit drama that's been hanging over their heads like a dark cloud.
As they delve deeper into the conversation, Jax's phone suddenly rings, interrupting the tense moment. It's Daniel on the line, his voice urgent. The video of Ozzie's altercation with Wendy outside his apartment has surfaced. The nosy neighbor had sold it to the media, and now it was spreading like wildfire. Jax's heart sinks as she listens, her mind racing. She excuses herself abruptly, but before she leaves, she turns to Lewis, her eyes searching his. "Are you sure Toni knows nothing will happen between you two?" she asks, her voice laced with concern.
At Ozzie's place, Jax confronts him head-on, her tone firm yet compassionate. She urges him to be honest with her, to come clean about what really happened that night. Ozzie, looking flustered, claims he retreated inside after Wendy stormed off. But Jax isn't buying it. She warns him that the police are already building a case against him, and the video won't do him any favors. In fact, it'll only make things worse. She advises him to start acting like he genuinely wants to find Wendy, to put out a reward and show some initiative.
Back at the office, during the partners' meeting, Jax updates everyone on the latest developments. She reaches out to Mike at the prosecutor's office, hoping to get some inside scoop. But Mike is tight-lipped, insisting that the case is still just a missing person investigation. However, his subtle hints suggest that the police are actually searching for Wendy's body, sending a chill down Jax's spine.
Meanwhile, Daniel delves deeper into the case, talking to Wendy's assistant in an attempt to piece together the puzzle. The assistant mentions that the police had found Wendy's phone on the freeway, a clue that raises more questions than answers. Jax confronts Ozzie and his family again, only to discover that Ozzie had never taken her advice to heart. He claims he forgot what the police had said about Wendy's phone, his defensiveness palpable. In a fit of frustration, he fires Jax, leaving her reeling. Of course, Jax quickly enlists Bill's help to keep this development under wraps, away from the prying eyes of the media.
At home that night, Jax confides in Lewis, her voice softening as she tells him she trusts him. She gives him the green light to spend the night with Toni, knowing that communication will be key. They decide to keep each other updated via texts and calls throughout the night, a silent pact to weather the storm together.
That evening, as the sun dipped below the horizon, casting a warm, golden glow over the city, Lewis paid a visit to Toni's place, offering a helping hand as she scrubbed and polished Jayden’s nursery to a sparkling shine. Meanwhile, Jax's persistent calls kept interrupting the tranquility, causing Toni's demeanor to shift from calm to defensive with each ring. Sensing the tension, Lewis made the decision to silence his phone, cutting off the outside world. But Toni, emboldened by the privacy of the moment, attempted to make a romantic advance on Lewis, only to be gently but firmly rebuffed.
Feeling frustrated and rejected, Jax reached out to Shanelle, pouring out her heart over the phone about the Toni debacle. Shanelle, ever the voice of reason, reminded her to place her trust in Lewis, urging patience and understanding. Not long after, the internet erupted with a viral video featuring Ozzie, sending shockwaves through the digital landscape. Wendy’s sister and her circle of friends seized the opportunity, holding a press conference where they publicly lambasted Ozzie for his apparent lack of effort in searching for Wendy.
Back at the office, Bill approached the partner, relaying the news that Ozzie had terminated Jax’s employment. The partners, wise and seasoned, advised Bill to take a step back, to observe and assess the unfolding drama from a distance. Meanwhile, at Ozzie’s opulent residence, his family clung to the belief that he was beyond reproach, untouchable by the long arm of the law.
That illusion shattered swiftly when the police arrived, armed with a search warrant that pierced through the family’s sense of invincibility. For Ozzie, reality began to dawn that neither his fame nor his fortune could shield him from the unyielding gaze of the law or the court of public opinion.
In a twist of fate, Corey reached out to Jax, requesting a conversation. It turned out he was standing right outside her door, accompanied by none other than Ozzie himself. Realizing the gravity of his situation, Ozzie had come to his senses, pleading with Jax to take him back and lamenting the public's sudden turn against him on social media.
Sympathetically, Jax suggested Ozzie spend the night at her place, with Corey keeping watch as a precaution. As the night wore on, Jax found herself consumed by worries, questioning whether Lewis was being unfaithful.
The next morning dawned with a call from Erik, warning Jax that the police were on the hunt for Ozzie, intent on making an arrest. As soon as Ozzie stirred from his slumber, they broke the news to him. The police had discovered Wendy’s body near his cabin, and the bullet found at the scene matched a firearm registered under Ozzie’s name. Based on the mounting evidence, the authorities were convinced they had their man.
Jax, caught in a whirlwind of emotions, requested permission to leave and negotiate the terms of Ozzie's arrest. But Ozzie, desperate and clinging to hope, begged her to stay by his side. Sensing the urgency of the situation, Jax dispatched Bill to handle the negotiations. With his characteristic cunning, Bill managed to manipulate the circumstances, convincing the police to arrest Ozzie discreetly from Jax’s residence, ensuring the media remained oblivious to the unfolding drama.
Back at Jax's cozy yet slightly chaotic abode, Ozzie is caught in a quirky rehearsal, meticulously practicing an array of facial expressions as if he were auditioning for a role in a dramatic play titled "My Imminent Arrest." With a sense of urgency, he dials up his friend Alex, leaving a voicemail that crackles with tension as he relays the chilling news: the police have discovered Wendy's lifeless body.
Once the cuffs are clicked around Ozzie's wrists and he's officially under arrest, Corey can't help but offer a congratulatory nod to Jax, acknowledging his role in cracking the case wide open. With a hint of wistfulness, Corey reveals his plans to return to the bustling streets of Chicago, marking the end of an era.
Meanwhile, Lewis has been on a nocturnal mission, tirelessly scrubbing and organizing the nursery until dawn breaks. His efforts culminate in a cathartic moment where he finally grants Toni the closure she's been yearning for. It becomes apparent that this arduous task wasn't just for Toni's sake; Lewis too needed this solitary time to grieve the loss of his son. Later, as he stands beside Jax, a weight lifted, he confesses that clearing out the nursery has brought him a sense of peace, a step forward in his healing journey.
In a stroke of good fortune, Toni has signed the necessary papers, severing ties and freeing them from her tumultuous presence. Lewis, with a hint of amusement, informs Jax that Toni had attempted to make a romantic advance, but he had gracefully declined, maintaining his boundaries. Jax breathes a sigh of relief, knowing that the lawsuit, a thorn in their side for far too long, is now officially a thing of the past. Just as the air seems to clear, an unexpected visitor arrives at their doorstep—Jax's dad, whose sudden appearance adds a new layer of complexity to the already eventful day.
Across town, at the police station, Ozzie manages to post bail for himself, stepping out into the daylight with a mixture of relief and uncertainty about what the future holds.
