Ep 4. Red Hot

John Nolan, the titular character played by Nathan Fillion, is a rookie cop in his forties. He has made a name for himself in the precinct, often finding himself in the middle of tricky cases and dealing with criminals who are much younger and more cunning than he is. In season 4 episode 4, titled "Red Hot", John and his team find themselves in the middle of a volatile situation involving a criminal who has been on the loose for quite some time.

The episode begins with John and his fellow officers in the middle of a high-speed chase with a car that is believed to contain a group of suspects involved in a robbery. As they chase the car through the streets of Los Angeles, John and his team quickly realize that this is not a normal chase. The driver of the car is swerving wildly, almost intentionally trying to cause an accident. When the car finally comes to a stop, the officers approach with caution, guns drawn. But what they find inside is not what they expected.

One of the suspects is injured and needs immediate medical attention. The team quickly calls for an ambulance, but it soon becomes clear that the situation is far more complex than they initially thought. The suspect in question has ingested a large amount of illegal drugs, and he is rapidly deteriorating. With time running out and no medical professionals in sight, John must make a decision that could ultimately save or end the suspect's life.

Meanwhile, the rest of the team is dealing with the aftermath of the robbery. As they investigate the scene, they realize that there is more to the crime than meets the eye. They uncover a network of criminal activity involving drugs, money laundering, and prostitution. As they delve deeper, they realize that this particular group of criminals is more organized and dangerous than they initially thought.

Throughout the episode, John struggles to make the right decisions. He must balance his duty as a cop with his own sense of humanity and compassion. He is forced to confront his own limitations as well as his fears, all while trying to maintain order in a city that is constantly on the brink of chaos.

"Red Hot" is a tense and gripping episode that will keep viewers on the edge of their seats. As always, Nathan Fillion delivers a powerful and nuanced performance as John Nolan, a character who is both relatable and complex. With its heart-pumping action, intense drama, and thought-provoking themes, this episode is sure to satisfy fans of the show and newcomers alike.