Jealousy took center stage in the latest episode of NCIS, and the tension between Torres and Knight may be deeper than either wants to admit.
Torres (Wilmer Valderrama) clearly struggles as Knight (Katrina Law) grows closer to Agent Sawyer (Zane Holtz) during a case—despite insisting he has no romantic feelings for her. Meanwhile, Palmer (Brian Dietzen) calls him out, warning that professional jealousy can be just as toxic as romantic tension.
The episode opens with Knight excited about a new opportunity from Director Vance (Rocky Carroll): training with the returning NCIS Elite unit. Torres reveals he was offered the spot first but turned it down, hinting at unresolved feelings and internal conflict.
Things escalate when Torres reacts aggressively after being affected by acoustic sound waves, even confronting Sawyer. Later, he finally admits the truth—he didn’t like seeing Knight with someone else. Knight reassures him it’s not romantic jealousy but fear of losing a trusted partner. The moment ends with a promise to protect their bond, underscored by a symbolic “last dance” line.
Elsewhere, Knight, Palmer, and Kasie (Diona Reasonover) keep secrets from Parker (Gary Cole) about inconsistencies surrounding his mother’s death and a mysterious DNA clue—setting up a larger storyline still to unfold.
The episode leans heavily into emotional stakes, showing how loyalty, fear, and unspoken feelings can complicate even the strongest partnerships at NCIS.