High Potential: What does the badge scene between Morgan and Karadec mean? Details explored

Morgan Guillory continues to impress not only fans but also her co-workers in ABC's hit drama High Potential, and she even has a badge now (though it's fake). The latest episode explored another murder case of a man named Barry Johnson, who was killed ten years ago.

While the episode focuses on Morgan solving the case using her intelligence, it also features a quiet but powerful moment. The episode begins with Morgan showing a fake LAPD badge she got from a dollar store, followed by Karadec taking it from her and saying "There should be a law against these things".

However, as the High Potential episode wraps up, Morgan is happy to see the same badge has been pinned on her jacket. Was it Karadec? Surprisingly, yes! Since their relationship has evolved, Karadec's gesture is about recognizing Morgan's place in the team.

While many might not fully accept Morgan as a part of the team, Karadec has proved she's important and deserves acknowledgment. Beneath the jokes and teases between Karadec and Morgan, they value each other's contributions to solving the cases.

Continue reading to know more about what happened in the latest episode.

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What does Karadec pinning a fake badge on Morgan's jacket in High Potential mean?

ABC's High Potential debuted on the network in September 2024, introducing fans to Morgan Gillory, a single mother known for her exceptional crime-solving skills. As she joins the LAPD Major Crimes unit, Morgan is often seen clashing with Detective Karadec.

While Morgan is innovative and always thinks outside the box, Det. Karadec prefers using traditional methods to solve crimes. At first, the detective doesn't seem to like Morgan, but as they join forces to crack the most complex cases, Karadec begins noticing her contribution.

In the latest episode "The Sauna at the End of the Stairs" Morgan buys two fake badges and Karadec takes them both. While he initially wished for such things to get banned, Karadec later pins the badge on Morgan's jacket as she solves a ten-year-old murder case.

This heartwarming scene highlights the evolving relationship between Karadec and Morgan, while also explaining how respect and camaraderie are built in professional relationships.

Not only Karadec, but Selena has also stated recognizing Morgan as she says "You continue to amaze me. We're lucky to have you on the team". The episode ends on a satisfying note, but Morgan is all set to take on another complex case.

Also Read: High Potential cast and character guide: Who plays whom in the 2024 ABC crime drama?

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What happened in High Potential Season 1 Episode 11: A quick recap

In the latest episode of High Potential Season 1, Lt. Selena Soto and Morgan Gillory are tasked with solving a cold case involving a deathbed confession. During the opening scene, an elderly man named George Donovan is seen confessing to the murder of his son-in-law Barry Johnson ten years ago.

While he claimed to have killed Barry, Lt. Selena and Morgan thought he was lying. They believe George isn't the killer but someone else in the family. As Morgan dives into the case, she suggests Barry's death wasn't an accident.

Later in the High Potential Episode 11, they visit the Donovans at their house and discover signs of family tension and abuse. This leads them to suspect Barry's son Cody, who might have killed his father to protect his mother from the abuse.

Now that Morgan and Selena had gathered enough evidence, Cody finally confessed to the crime. He made Barry's death look like an accident and has been carrying the guilt for years.

As Morgan helped Selena solve the case, the lieutenant acknowledged her work and expressed gratitude. While the cold case has been solved, Morgan and other team members of the LAPD must prepare for the next quest.

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