Ed can't remember who he is or what he might have done to make the police looking for him. Even if he escapes capture, how will he even defend himself in his own mind?
Ed's wartime friend and benefactor Gary, working with Jake, the man who rescued Ed from the deadly California Delta waters, and has aided in their escape to Texas.
When Ed partially regains his memory and realizes what he had done, even though it may have been righteous revenge , he wrestles with the guilt. Flashbacks of Ed's family being killed makes forgiveness of himself almost tolerable. Even when he is being comforted by the only remaining family member, their little Maltese, Lulu, Ed's self loathing repels any efforts, especially any mention of a God.
Ed doesn't loose sight of the needs of others, however his own challenges continue to haunt him as he is guided by others to heal and find some inner peace.
You will find yourself pulling for an amiable solution to Ed's dilemma in his fight for self recognition to end the mental torment and guilt of his actions.
