Chicago Fire 9x5 -

The episode also serves as a poignant homage to Otis, Cruz's best friend who died in the Season 8 premiere .

Throughout the ordeal, Cruz references Otis's expertise with elevators, and by the end, both men agree that Otis's spirit was with them, helping them survive. Chicago Fire 9x5

The heart of the episode lies in the intimate dialogue between Herrmann and Cruz. The episode also serves as a poignant homage