Chapter 6 opens with Frank Szatowski arriving at Beacon Tower, eager to visit his daughter, Maggie, with hopes for a warm reunion. Packing only an overnight bag, he expects a simple and pleasant stay, but he quickly realizes that his expectations may be misplaced. Upon entering the lobby, Frank is greeted warmly by Olivia, the receptionist, and proceeds to the penthouse where Maggie awaits, looking stunning in a new gown. However, as soon as Frank enters the room, he senses an underlying tension in the atmosphere, noticing the presence of friends like Errol Gardner and Gerry Levinson, who seem to be gathered for a more serious conversation than he had anticipated. This sets the stage for a much more complicated and emotionally charged evening than Frank had originally imagined.

Maggie introduces Frank to her guests, presenting a facade of normalcy despite the palpable undercurrent of tension. Conversations among the group subtly hint at deeper, more unsettling issues related to a map that Frank has brought along. It quickly becomes clear that the map holds significant, hidden secrets that could affect everyone present in the room. As the conversation evolves, Frank’s suspicions about the map are confirmed, revealing that it is connected to Abigail Grimm, a young girl who was the one to first discover the map. The adults in the room begin to express deep concerns about Abigail’s safety, acknowledging that the information tied to the map could lead to dangerous consequences. This revelation sets the stage for rising anxieties and a tense atmosphere, as everyone realizes they are all entangled in a shared dilemma that could have life-altering repercussions.

As the tensions escalate, Frank becomes more determined to protect Abigail, insisting on the need to keep her safe from whatever dangers the map may bring. However, he is torn by feelings of inadequacy as a father to Maggie, unable to fully comprehend the gravity of the situation and what his daughter might be involved in. The more the conversation unfolds, the clearer it becomes that Frank has unwittingly become part of a larger, more dangerous web of complications. Maggie, for her part, seems resigned to the reality of a harsh decision regarding Abigail’s fate, leaving Frank to grapple with his powerlessness in the face of these decisions. He feels the weight of his own failures and regrets about his strained relationship with Maggie, realizing the emotional distance that has grown between them over the years.

In a desperate attempt to protect Abigail from potential harm, Frank reaches out to his sister, Tammy, urging her to evacuate Abigail from their home as quickly as possible. As the situation spirals further out of control, Frank’s emotions become overwhelmed with regret, fear, and confusion. The mounting danger forces him to confront his inability to safeguard his loved ones, and the painful recognition that he has failed in his role as a protector. His mind flashes back to Maggie’s childhood, a time of innocence and closeness that now seems distant and lost. Amid the escalating conflict, Frank seizes a fleeting opportunity to escape, rushing through the stairwell of the building, driven by the chaos that surrounds him.

As Frank escapes the building, he is hit by a wave of overwhelming emotions—fear, confusion, and a sense of helplessness. The sound of sirens and the blur of movement heighten the sense of urgency as he evades capture, unsure of what consequences await him. The chapter culminates with Frank physically separating himself from the tumultuous situation, but emotionally, he feels further removed from his daughter and the family structure he so desperately wants to protect. The unraveling of his relationship with Maggie, along with the danger surrounding Abigail, leaves Frank at a crossroads, both figuratively and literally. The reader is left with a powerful sense of uncertainty, as Frank’s actions drive him further from the family he wishes to safeguard, and the complexity of his emotional turmoil remains unresolved.