The Rookie

When a toddler is found at the crime scene, John and Bailey are left to decide the child's fate and what actions to take. At the same time, Tim disappears, leaving Lucy completely uncertain and in the dark about his whereabouts.

The Vow is a programme presented in an episode format. It falls under the genre of episode, meaning each instalment tells a self‑contained story. Though brief, the structure keeps the narrative tightly focused on a handful of characters and the choices they face as events unfold. In this particular instalment, the plot centres on a shocking discovery: a toddler is found at the site of a crime. The presence of the child throws the investigation into disarray, and two of the main figures, John and Bailey, are forced to confront a difficult decision about what to do with the youngster. They weigh their options concerning the child’s welfare, aware that any action could influence the unfolding case. At the same time, another thread runs parallel to the toddler’s situation. Tim vanishes without explanation, leaving his companion Lucy without any information. Lucy is left in the dark about Tim’s sudden disappearance, adding a layer of uncertainty to the already tense atmosphere. Lucy is left to wonder what Tim’s disappearance might mean, uncertain whether he’ll reappear. The episode therefore juggles two separate dilemmas – the moral quandary faced by John and Bailey over the child, and Lucy’s bewilderment after Tim’s sudden disappearance. Both storylines intersect to heighten the sense of urgency, as each character must grapple with the consequences of the unfolding events.