Grand Exit

Fires across the Interoceanic Fire Insurance Company trigger a crisis and force the board to bring Tom Fletcher back on the case. He makes it clear he expects perks and a hefty bonus for catching the arsonist. The recall marks a fresh start for the investigation under his leadership.

Fletcher wastes no time assembling a team, including his new secretary Miss Appleby, to cover the various investigative angles. He sets clear expectations and seeks loyal allies to help him gather evidence. The team begins its methodical search for the arsonist.

During the early stages, Fletcher meets Adrienne Martin, a woman connected to several fire scenes. He grows suspicious of her presence and what she might be hiding. Her involvement quickly becomes a central question in the investigation.

Fletcher learns that Adrienne's father, Fred Maxwell, owned the Maxwell Glass Company, which collapsed after a payout dispute. The revelation suggests a motive tied to money and revenge against the insurer. The discovery links Adrienne to powerful financial players behind the case.

Fletcher finds that Adrienne had a life insurance policy with Interoceanic, reinforcing his belief that personal stakes are driving the arson. He contemplates Adrienne's possible revenge against the company. The implication adds urgency to solving the mystery.

Fletcher confronts Adrienne and uses a ruse to force her to reveal that she is Adeline Maxwell. The admission seems to validate his suspicions about her involvement. The confrontation deepens the ethical tension around his pursuit.

Grayson reveals that Adeline Maxwell had died several months ago, proving Fletcher had framed an innocent person. The revelation shatters the confidence of the investigation and forces a dramatic reevaluation. Fletcher must confront the consequences of his unyielding drive to solve the case.

Feeling remorseful, Fletcher goes to the authorities to confess his mistake and explain how his determination blinded him. Grayson is disappointed and leaves him, doubting Fletcher's judgment. The confession marks a painful but honest turning point in the case.

Determined to make things right, Fletcher restarts the case from scratch and uncovers that Adrienne's father is actually alive and orchestrating the fires to revenge against the insurer. The new lead reframes the entire mystery and shifts focus from Adrienne to Maxwell. He begins to connect the dots across multiple scenes.

Fletcher confronts Fred Maxwell, who finally confesses to orchestrating the fires. The confession confirms a deliberate arson plot rooted in resentment toward the insurer. The revelation explains the series of incidents that had plagued the case.

With the mastermind exposed, Fletcher helps clear Adeline Maxwell's name and exposes the frame that nearly ruined her reputation. The resolution vindicates Adrienne and reveals the true perpetrator behind the fires. The company begins to reassess prior conclusions about the case.

Fred Maxwell is brought to justice as the mastermind behind the arsons, and Fletcher repairs his relationship with Grayson. The resolution restores balance to the investigation and closes the case on a note of accountability and reconciliation. The team looks toward rebuilding trust and moving forward.