Chapter 22. Unspoken Understanding

It has been a few days before an unexpected call from Mr. Fuedela jolted us into action. His voice crackled with urgency as he revealed that he possessed both records and a surveillance video capturing Pier's departure from the plane and the airport. The impact of those words was immediate, a whirlwind of emotions engulfing me all at once - anticipation, hope, and a lingering sense of doubt.

Without wasting a moment, Silas and I made our way to Mr. Fuedela's office. A glimmer of reassurance echoed in my mind: "He didn't leave me." The affirmation provided a small but comforting anchor amidst the storm of uncertainty.

We hustled into the building, the urgency propelling us forward. In no time, we were face-to-face with Mr. Fuedela, our eyes locking onto the evidence he held. Conversations flowed quickly between Silas and him, leaving me a moment to sift through the documents. My fingers traced the flight routes and times, absorbing the hushed whis