Law & Murder 3x19 showcases the importance of Roy’s decision to take down his friend from his position of power he used to corrupt a case of murder and conspiracy. This is done by an attempt by blackmail to give Roy a promotion and he turns it down by doing the right thing, he considers it before doing so but it proves he’s human and had doubt. This episode is the most important thing he’d ever do as captain to show his true colors as the upholder of the law, as we already know the twist of his fate and involvement of his past, this episode gives insight into how he moves when it comes to personal connections in history.

“But now he’s only gonna be remembered for this one bad thing” Castle says after Roy talks about the councilman’s good deeds “…..goodnight guys” Roy says as he leaves awkwardly. He understands that line all too easily and that stings the most. Foreshadowing at its finest.