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: The partners share a rare lighthearted moment over a new surveillance vehicle, which Halstead considers his "dream car". The Meaning of the Title

The phrase "Favor, Affection, Malice or Ill-Will" is traditionally part of the taken by judges or officials, promising to act impartially "without favor, affection, malice, or ill-will". The title serves as a direct commentary on the episode’s theme: the difficulty of maintaining objective legal "justice" when faced with the raw, personal emotions of "vengeance". Favor, Affection, Malice or Ill-WillChicago P.D...

: In a noble gesture, Kenny Rixton—who had been filling Ruzek's spot—decides to take a different position in the Gang Intelligence Unit. He does this specifically to allow Ruzek to return to his old desk in Intelligence. : The partners share a rare lighthearted moment

The episode's primary storyline follows Donald Clark, a grieving father whose 22-year-old daughter, Rebecca, was murdered. Frustrated by a lack of evidence that allowed the suspected killer to remain free, Clark attempts to hire a hitman to execute his own version of justice. : In a noble gesture, Kenny Rixton—who had

" Favor, Affection, Malice or Ill-Will " is the 15th episode of Chicago P.D. 's fourth season. It is widely recognized by fans for its heavy moral dilemmas, specifically exploring the thin line between a father's grief and criminal intent.

Beyond the emotional central case, the episode marked significant shifts for the Intelligence Unit's roster:

: Detective Alvin Olinsky goes undercover as the hitman-for-hire to intercept Clark.