The episode concludes with Nolan and Lucy agreeing to remain friends, ending their romantic relationship for the time being to focus on their careers. The Rookie Season 1 Episode 9 Recap: Standoff - TV Fanatic

is forced to deliver a baby for Vance's girlfriend while the shootout continues around them.

and Angela Lopez eventually shut down the jammer, allowing for backup to arrive and Vance to be arrested.

The episode picks up with (Nathan Fillion) fighting off a home intruder—the brother of a criminal Nolan recently shot. Nolan is eventually cleared of wrongdoing for the incident. However, a major complication arises because Lucy Chen was with him during the attack; to protect their careers, Nolan lies to Commander West , claiming he was alone.