Carol Kiernan

A chance encounter with a suspicious-looking individual leads Jane and Lisbon to uncover a vast human smuggling ring. Meanwhile, Lisbon remains tempted by Pike's offer to move to D.C. with him.

Sean suffers uncontrollable spasms in his hands. After he nicks a patient's major neck artery during a routine cyst lancing, Sean stops performing surgeries.

Justin is counting down the days and hours until his return to active duty in the army. As he readies himself to go to war, he reaches out to everyone in the family individually, trying to spend time with all of them. Elsewhere, Nora plans an engagement party for Kitty, who announces her plans to move out of the house. During the party, more McCallister's turn up and details emerge about Saul's secret romantic life.

In 2026, adult Conor tries to mend his emotional wounds. Adult Annie remains tormented by her upbringing.

An old case Doggett solved is reopened by a series of brutal and unexplained murders -- possibly by a killer with the power to remain undetected.