Ep 9. Make Me Kai (Death at Sea)

After the last episode, which focused on the team's personal lives, episode 9 of Hawaii Five-0 season 8 returns to the show's standard format: a murder mystery. The episode is named "Make Me Kai" which translates to "Death at Sea".

The episode opens with a shot of a luxury yacht sailing off the coast of Hawaii. Inside the yacht, the owner, a wealthy businessman named Kenjiro Noshimuri (played by actor Sonny Saito), is throwing a lavish party. Among the guests is McGarrett's former flame, Catherine Rollins (played by actress Michelle Borth), who is now working as a private security contractor.

As the night goes on, a crew member discovers a body floating in the water near the yacht. This sets off a chain reaction of events, which ultimately leads Five-0 to investigate the murder.

The victim is revealed to be a chef who was hired for the party. The team soon discovers that the chef was killed by being hit over the head with a wine bottle. They also find out that the victim had a history of drug abuse and had been fired from several previous jobs.

Using their detective skills, the team learns that the victim had a history with the yacht's captain, an ex-convict who had hired him for the party. However, the captain has an alibi and denies any involvement in the murder.

Further investigation leads Five-0 to believe that the killer is actually one of the party guests. The detectives work to uncover the motive and the identity of the murderer, all the while facing obstacles such as Noshimuri's reluctance to cooperate with the investigation.

Meanwhile, Catherine and McGarrett have an emotional reunion as they reminisce about their past together. However, their conversation is cut short when Catherine reveals that she has been hired to lead a security detail for a private company overseas.

The episode continues to build tension as the detectives race to identify the killer before they strike again. The plot twists and turns as the team uncovers secrets and motives. Ultimately, Five-0 is able to solve the case and bring the murderer to justice.

Overall, "Make Me Kai" is a classic example of a Hawaii Five-0 murder mystery episode, with a strong emphasis on detective work and suspense. The episode is filled with action, drama, and a touch of romance, delivering all the elements that fans have come to expect from this long-running television series.