Chapter 92

Austin's POV

I sit in stunned silence, my eyes fixed on the screen as I watch the footage again. The grainy video shows Louise walking towards the pool door, her eyes fixed on something in the distance. Then, a figure emerges from the shadows, their movements swift and deliberate. They approach the pool door, their hand reaching out to unlock it. My heart races as I realize this must be the person who allowed Louise to escape.

I lean in closer, my eyes glued to the screen as I try to make out the figure's features. But they're obscured by a black hoodie and sunglasses, making it impossible to identify them. I can see the outline of their face, the curve of their jawline, but nothing more. I feel a surge of frustration, my mind racing with questions. Who is this person? Why did they unlock the door? Did they know Louise would try to escape?

I rewind the footage, watching it again and again, trying to glean any clues from the figure's movements, their gait, their posture. B