: Jake and Amy investigate a series of arsons linked to a crossword puzzle author, leading to Jake's jealousy of the "Puzzle Master," Vin Stermley.
The "deep" tragedy of the episode isn't in the crime, but in Jake’s realization that his "coolness" might eventually become a relic. He spent the episode trying to out-solve a genius, not to win the case, but to prove he could still be the hero in Amy’s increasingly sophisticated world. The Turning Point
: Jake confronts his insecurities about his intelligence compared to Amy’s interests.
: Holt's search for a new assistant leads to a humorous but telling look at his rigid standards.
