In season 2, Will Trent takes viewers on a tense and personal investigative journey as Will’s harsh past becomes the center of the story.
It all starts when a series of murders occur, the victims initially seem unrelated, but Will and Faith gradually discover a creepy common denominator: they all lived in orphanages, most of them have records of abuse or neglect as children.
When these details are revealed, Will cannot maintain his professional distance as before. He himself is a victim of the cruel foster care system, having experienced abandonment, abuse and psychological trauma throughout his childhood. The case forces him to confront the painful memories he has long tried to suppress.
Highlights of season 2:
The victims’ profiles are recreated: Each has a fierce survival journey, reflecting a part of Will’s childhood.
The killer is motivated by revenge against society: He believes that abandoned children are “cursed” and do not deserve to live happily.
Will is haunted: He not only wants to catch the killer, but also feels personally responsible, as if he is protecting his past self.
Internal conflict: Will both deeply sympathizes with the victims and fears that he himself will not escape the same unfortunate fate.
Faith Mitchell’s support: Faith becomes a rare emotional support, reminding Will that he is no longer the abandoned child he once was.
Deep meaning of the plot:
The story of season 2 is more than just a serial killer case. It is a powerful metaphor for the mental legacy of childhood abuse. The show shows:
Wounds from childhood can linger for a lifetime.
How a person’s self-esteem, trust, and ability to connect are damaged.
The power of friendship and colleagues when facing a painful past.
Impact on the main character:
After this case, Will is no longer himself. He begins to understand that only by daring to face and accept the pain can he heal and move on. This is also the turning point that leads to the psychological changes in season 3, when he continues to struggle with the consequences of an accidental shooting.
