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Nick Tellis, an undercover police officer, is involved in a crucial operation to apprehend a ruthless drug dealer named Dowd. During the chase, he witnesses Dowd threatening a young girl with a lethal drug, escalating the urgency of the situation.

In a desperate attempt to stop Dowd, Tellis fires his weapon, but the bullet ricochets, resulting in the serious injury of a pregnant woman nearby. This incident causes chaos, as children scream in horror, and Tellis calls for help amid the uproar.

Eight months later, Nick Tellis is suspended from the police force and faces a committee inquiry about the incident. The focus is on the woman's injuries and the loss of her baby, and Tellis's anxiety rises as he recalls the incident and its aftermath.

During the inquiry, committee member Liz Detmer pressures Tellis about his relationship with Jeanine Mueller, the injured woman. Tensions flare as Tellis defends his actions, asserting the challenges of his undercover work and demanding respect from the committee.

The committee raises concerns regarding the unsolved murder of Michael Calvess and suggests that reinstating Tellis as a homicide detective could aid the investigation. Tellis, however, refuses their offer and walks away abruptly, demonstrating his frustration.

Back at home, Tellis discusses the inquiry's implications with his wife, Audrey. She warns him about the potential dangers of returning to work, given his tumultuous history, but Tellis feels pressured by financial strains and begins reviewing case files.

While reviewing the case files, Tellis becomes fixated on the name Henry Oak, who had close ties to Calvess. Captain Cheevers cautions Tellis about Oak’s volatile temperament, hinting at the risks involved in pursuing this lead.

In a stark contrast, we see Henry Oak's aggressive nature as he physically assaults a suspect at the precinct. His reckless behavior highlights the chaotic environment that both he and Tellis must navigate as they begin working together on the case.

As Tellis and Oak delve deeper into the investigation, their partnership becomes tumultuous, marked by shared traumas and personal stories. Both men are haunted by their pasts as they strive for justice in an environment rife with corruption.

The narrative intensifies as both Tellis and Oak confront their internal struggles. Tellis grapples with his dangerous behavior and responsibilities as a husband, while Oak’s emotional instability threatened the integrity of their investigation.

As they work the case, the web connecting Calvess's murder to the police department unfolds. Tellis's relentless pursuit for truth pushes him to the brink, revealing deeply entrenched corruption and betrayal within the very institution he serves.

Tellis and Oak engage in high-stakes confrontations with various suspects, navigating both the external threats and their inner turmoil. As the investigation escalates, they face physical and moral challenges that test their resolve.

The case reaches a boiling point with chaotic revelations and breakdowns in communication. The weight of past traumas affects both officers, ultimately leading them to question their actions and motivations in a field where morality is often blurred.

In the climax of the narrative, Tellis confronts Oak, resulting in a devastating fallout that reshapes their partnership. This confrontation lays bare the harsh realities of their lives in law enforcement and the personal costs attached to their pursuit of justice.