Episode 2 of "Secrets We Keep" unfolds with Aicha stepping into her new precinct, a sense of anticipation brimming in the air as she reports for duty. A seasoned officer, serving as her guide, briefs her on the ropes and presents her with the enigmatic case of Ruby's disappearance, setting the stage for her investigation.
Aicha dives into her task with diligence, first delving into Rasmus's background before physically visiting the household. Katarina, Ruby's former hostess, remains a wall of silence, offering scant information. Her only revelation is a fleeting observation: Ruby appeared melancholy on the eve of her departure. With meticulous precision, Aicha documents Ruby's bedroom, capturing its essence through her lens before departing.
Later, a fellow officer provides Aicha with a pivotal breakthrough—Ruby's phone records have unveiled a call to the police, a critical lead in the unfolding mystery.
Meanwhile, at her workplace, Cecilie finds herself glancing at her phone, anxiety etched on her face, hoping for an update on Ruby's whereabouts. Her colleagues' idle chatter turns contentious, debating the merits and elitism of employing an au pair. Cecilie, maintaining composure, rationalizes that the arrangement suits her family's dynamics. A subsequent call with Mike sees him urging her to let the pregnancy test saga rest, his focus lasered on securing Rasmus's signature on a lucrative deal.
Back at home, Angel fulfills her chores with mechanical precision, yet her thoughts wander incessantly towards Ruby. She seeks solace and information among their Filipino circle, where a friend whispers that Ruby had confidential conversations with Darna during their last church gathering. The whispers hint at Ruby's desire for a fresh start with a new host family.
At school, the boys' mischievous antics continue, capturing clandestine videos of unsuspecting girls. Post-duty, Cecilie checks in with Angel, her mentor's heart shining bright as she offers business acumen to Angel, who dreams of amassing savings to embark on her entrepreneurial journey.
As they pour over documents, Cecilie's emotional dam bursts, tears streaming down her cheeks as she confesses her battle with post-partum depression after Viggo's birth. She suspects this hidden struggle has forged a wedge between her and her son, a bond that Angel, ever-close to Viggo, seems to share effortlessly.The following morning, Aicha updated her superior on the unfolding case with meticulous detail. She uncovered a crucial piece of information: a domestic disturbance involving Rasmus' family had been reported by a neighbor as far back as June. Determined to uncover more, she set out to speak with Cecilie, but it was Angel who revealed the surprising twist – it was she who had filed the initial report. On that fateful night, Ruby had frantically texted Angel, claiming that Rasmus and Katarina were engaged in a life-threatening altercation.
Aicha earnestly requested a conversation with Angel, emphasizing that every piece of information could be vital to solving the case. During their discussion, Cecilie and Angel recounted the dinner where Ruby appeared distinctly melancholy. Cecilie further disclosed that Ruby had sought help but refrained from elaborating on her troubles. Angel mentioned Ruby's frequent companionship with their mutual friend, Kim Flores.
After Aicha's departure, Cecilie arranged a lunch meeting with Katarina. Over their meal, they discussed Aicha's visit, and Katarina ventured into a lament, accusing the police of harassment. Tears streamed down her cheeks as she recounted the hardships she and Rasmus had faced, with Rasmus blaming her for the failure of one of their businesses.
Later, Aicha returned to Rasmus's house, persistence etched on her face, to delve deeper into the case. Katarina flew into a rage, accusing her of harassment and suggesting that Ruby's activities might have been less than savory. She flourished a party dress found in Ruby's closet as evidence.
Unaffected by Katarina's antics, Aicha calmly inquired about their whereabouts on the night Ruby disappeared. Her investigation led her to an intriguing discovery: a picture of Ruby at a party, posted by Kim Flores some time ago.
Meanwhile, Angel received a desperate call from a family member, pleading for financial assistance. She struggled to explain that her paycheck only arrived once a month, her voice tinged with frustration.
However, the opposing party remains steadfast in their assertion of urgency. Just then, Oscar arrives downstairs and informs Cecilie of a bombshell dropped by Katarina: Ruby had departed due to her prostitution. Cecilie is utterly astonished by this revelation and requests Oscar to watch his tongue. Before Cecilie can depart for an evening gala, Angel approaches her, requesting a two-month advance, which Cecilie firmly declines, suggesting they revisit the matter later.
Elsewhere, Aicha makes an unannounced visit to Kim Flores' host house. A nearby resident mentions Ruby might be present within. Driven by curiosity, Aicha knocks on the door and finds herself amidst a lively party. Kim insists that her boss is away, but as they converse, a woman bearing a striking resemblance to Ruby glides past. Mistaking her for Ruby, Aicha impulsively storms into the house, causing a commotion. Kim and the other revelers demand her departure, prompting Aicha to panic and call for reinforcement to manage the rowdy crowd.
En route to the dinner party, Cecilie confides in Mike about Oscar's outrageous claim. Mike urges her to shift her focus to the festivities, counseling against alerting the authorities about the pregnancy test. At the dinner, Mike and Rasmus toast to their newly forged deal and camaraderie. Rasmus corners Cecilie, pleading with her to keep the pregnancy test hush-hush, fearing it would only stir up unnecessary scandal and tarnish the company's reputation. Cecilie feels betrayed that Mike betrayed her trust by sharing the pregnancy test news with Rasmus.
Returning to their abode, Viggo extends an offer of money to Angel, contingent upon her staying put.
