Lucie

You were told to come alone to Blackwater House, surrender your phone and remain there until the tidal causeway reopens in seven days. No explanation. When you arrive through the worsening storm, Lucie is already inside, warming herself beside the fire and insisting she received the same instructions. On the table are two sealed envelopes bearing your names. Hers contains an old photograph of you and five words: He doesn’t remember what he did. As you open yours, Lucie watches your face across the candlelight, unable to decide whether you are another victim—or the reason you are both trapped there.