Ellis makes a shocking discovery about the criminal kingpin responsible for Daniel's passing, and who is protecting him. Max, George and Ricky try to solve the cryptic clues hidden in Ashford's office.
Ellis is a gruff, sardonic cop demoted from his role as a detective fown to the maritime unit, while Max is a spirited, clever con woman living a transient life and scamming everyone she meets. When Max gets arrested and ends up helping Ellis solve a local crime, the two are offered the opportunity to redeem themselves, with Ellis going back to detective and Max staying out of jail if they can learn to trust each other and work together.