The recap for "Your Honor" (2024), Episode 2, kicks off with the aftermath of the fateful accident. Ho-young, shrouded in a hoodie to conceal his bloodstained attire, flees the scene only to seek refuge at a repair shop, desperate to fix his punctured tire. Yet, he's still in possession of Sang-hyeon's phone, a burden he promptly sheds by casting it into a nearby waterway.
Confiding in his father, Pan-ho embarks on a cunning mission, visiting the auto shop under the guise of a tale involving a deceitful lover, solely to gain access to the CCTV footage. Meanwhile, Sang-taek, piloting Pan-ho's vehicle, receives a distressing call from his mother about Cheong-ha's illness, echoing the faces of the elderly woman and her young charge who had earlier visited Pan-ho's abode. Despite the urgency, Sang-taek's duties keep him from rushing home.
Pan-ho's quest for evidence leads him to the CCTV footage, amidst the shopkeeper's rambling about the hit-and-run and Gang-heon's ruthless justice. Shaken to the core, Pan-ho deletes the incriminating images before coaching Ho-young on perfecting his demeanor and expressions, ensuring no hint of guilt escapes their grasp.
Elsewhere, Sang-taek's world spirals out of control as he storms into a grocery store, berating his son who works there amidst their strained relationship. Amidst the chaos, he manages to hand over money for Cheong-ha's treatment. Pan-ho's day takes another turn when he encounters Detective Jang Chae-rim, weaving another intricate tale about a stolen vintage car and Ho-young's unhealthy attachment, pleading for discretion if it's recovered.
Sang-taek's troubles deepen when Director Jeong, alias the butcher, orders him to expedite the delivery of the stolen car. His escape is cut short by a police stop for running a red light, setting in motion a chain of events that leads to a manhunt.
Back at home, Pan-ho and Ho-young share a tense dinner, with Ho-young offering a heartfelt apology for the turmoil he's caused. The tranquility is shattered by the doorbell's ring, announcing Detective Chae-rim's arrival with news of the car's discovery.
Accompanying her, Pan-ho attempts to reclaim the vehicle, only to stumble upon a flat tire and a telltale motorcycle fender lodged within, complicating matters further. In a tense conversation with Chae-rim, Pan-ho maintains his alibi, claiming the car's disappearance since April 8th, while insisting on Ho-young's innocence as a witness. As Chae-rim and her partner descend upon their home for questioning, Pan-ho meticulously preps Ho-young, who, despite Chae-rim's probing inquiries, manages to hold his ground, maintaining a veil of secrecy over their true involvement.
Sang-hyeon's mortal remains are reverently cremated, and his ashes are gently entombed within an urn, a sacred vessel that now holds the essence of his being. Gang-heon, in a poignant gesture, places a tiny glass vial containing Sang-hyeon's baby tooth beside the urn, a keepsake he's cherished for years—a gift bestowed by his young son. As they trudge back to their home, heavy hearts weighing on their shoulders, Sang-hyeok urges his father to seek justice for their fallen kin. Even Gang-heon's wife, her voice laced with anguish, echoes this call for vengeance. Yet, Gang-heon, consumed by grief, finds himself unable to muster the anger, his soul too wounded to retaliate.
Days pass, and Gang-heon once again listens to the haunting phone call recording, his ears now attuned to a subtle truth: the labored breaths on the line do not belong to his cherished son, but to someone plagued by asthma. Driven by this realization, he's led to inspect Pan-ho's vehicle, accompanied by Team Leader Bae, who meticulously lays out the evidence. The fingers of suspicion point to Sang-taek, a member of Jo Mi-yeon's notorious gang.
Gang-heon demands all information pertaining to Sang-taek, his resolve hardening. After his departure, Bae discreetly updates Sang-hyeok, igniting a fiery response even from Sang-hyeon's mother, who is consumed by a rage fueled by injustice.
In a tense encounter, Gang-heon confronts Jo Mi-yeon, who arrives accompanied by Jeong, the stoic butcher. Mi-yeon, feigning innocence, vows to aid in uncovering the truth. However, on their return, Jeong reveals a sinister twist: Assemblyman Yi Hwa had entrusted them with a car that was later implicated in the tragedy. Outraged, Mi-yeon orders Jeong to confront Yi Hwa.
Yi Hwa, receiving the call, rushes to confront Pan-ho, demanding answers about the vehicle. Pan-ho, shouldering the blame, confesses his fear of coming forward once he learned of Sang-hyeon's identity. Yi Hwa, scheming, proposes a solution: exile Sang-taek to absolve Pan-ho of all guilt. Pan-ho, desperate, agrees to the plan.
Haunted by memories, Pan-ho's mind drifts to Sang-taek's name, which he eventually traces back to the case file concerning the death of Sang-taek's wife. A chilling connection between Cheong-ha, her grandmother, and the events unfolds before him. As his colleague inquires about his well-being, attributing his distraction to old age, Pan-ho's mind races with the gravity of his discoveries.
Meanwhile, So-young, Sang-hyeon's grieving sister, visits the columbarium, placing a cherished photograph beside her brother's urn as a token of remembrance. As she exits, tears streaming down her face, Ho-young, observing her sorrow, offers a comforting handkerchief.
Elsewhere, Pan-ho keeps a watchful eye on Cheong-ha and her grandmother, his heart heavy with the knowledge of what he must do. Just as he's lost in thought, the old woman flips a switch, triggering a catastrophic explosion that engulfs her home. Pan-ho, driven by a sense of duty, rushes to aid, only to find the elderly woman unconscious. As he desperately searches for Cheong-ha amidst the chaos, another blast rocks the scene, throwing him back in shock and horror. The episode of "Your Honor" concludes on this haunting image, leaving viewers breathless with anticipation.
