A businessman is shot in a packed boardroom. A dead magpie points the investigation into the world of magic, where Patience's neurodivergent mind sees what others miss. Meanwhile, Patience traces her mother's address and hears some shocking news.

Patience returns to help tackle crimes in York. When new detective Frankie Monroe bursts on the scene, there’s initially tension but soon they learn to work as a team. Meanwhile, Patience faces challenges in love and loss.