Former detective Jeff Jackson and Dr. Zee Madieras are called upon by their friend Regina's daughter, Tanya, to help locate Regina's missing emerald brooch. The brooch is of great sentimental value to Regina, and she is devastated by its disappearance. Jeff and Zee soon discover that the thief who took the brooch is also a murderer, and they need to act fast to solve both crimes.
As they dive deeper into the investigation, Jeff and Zee realize that Regina's home is filled with suspicious characters. Her son-in-law, who is struggling with debt, is in desperate need of money, while her daughter's ex-husband has a history of theft. However, as they close in on the killer, they soon realize that the culprit is someone they least expected - someone who had been hiding in plain sight all along.
With the help of the local police, Jeff and Zee work tirelessly to uncover the truth behind the theft and murder. As they delve deeper into the case, they find themselves in grave danger, with the killer determined to keep their secrets buried. Will they be able to solve the case before it's too late?