Mark dismissed it initially, attributing it to mere coincidence. He reassured Vanessa, convinced that it was nothing more than media sensationalism. But deep inside, a seed of doubt began to grow. Could Laura have survived? Could she have returned to haunt them for their sins?

The doubt soon turned into panic when a private investigator showed up at their doorstep. His demeanor was calm, professional, but his words struck like a thunderbolt. “There are questions about your wife’s disappearance, Mr. Carter. The woman found on the island claims to be Laura. We need to talk.”