In Chapter 53 of We Solve Murders, Eddie Flood steps off the plane in St. Lucia, weary from an unexpected thirteen-hour flight. He had anticipated a much shorter journey, mistakenly assuming that the distance was similar to that of Hawaii. Despite his exhaustion, Eddie remains focused, using the time in the air to review the details of his investigation into police corruption and bribery. The mission he has been assigned is high-risk, and he is acutely aware of what’s at stake. His primary task revolves around Amy Wheeler, a name that has been circulating within dangerous circles, and his failure to track her down could have severe consequences. Rob Kenna, the man who entrusted him with this job, has little patience for mistakes, and Eddie knows that slipping up could result in being deemed expendable. The tension surrounding the assignment fuels his determination, pushing him past his fatigue as he moves toward his next steps.

As Eddie makes his way through the airport, he is met by his designated taxi driver, Ferdy, who is tasked with getting him to his next location. Their brief conversation is casual, but Eddie remains alert, always wary of the possibility of misinformation or manipulation. His goal is simple—locate Amy Wheeler as soon as possible before she moves on. Moments later, Eddie’s phone buzzes with a message from Rob, confirming that Amy has been spotted at the Emerald Bay Resort. The message also includes a warning that if she leaves, her next stop is likely Dublin, reinforcing the need for urgency in Eddie’s pursuit. As he absorbs this information, Ferdy, making small talk, casually mentions having driven celebrities to the resort, including Rosie D’Antonio. However, what catches Eddie’s attention is Ferdy’s claim that Rosie had recently left for Fiji. This detail contradicts the intel from Rob, which stated that Amy and Rosie were both still at the resort, raising immediate red flags. Eddie begins to question whether Ferdy is misinformed or deliberately feeding him incorrect information, which only intensifies his suspicion.

Unsettled by these discrepancies, Eddie decides to step back and reassess the situation before proceeding. He heads toward the bar inside the terminal, ordering a drink as he pulls out his phone to verify the details for himself. Using the FlightStats app, Eddie quickly checks recent departures from the airport, hoping to confirm whether Rosie had, in fact, flown to Fiji. The results only deepen his concern—Fiji is not listed as a recent destination, but Dublin is, directly contradicting what Ferdy had told him. This discrepancy solidifies Eddie’s gut feeling that something is off, and he begins to piece together the possibility that either Rosie or Amy has already left the resort. With this realization, his urgency increases, knowing that every minute counts in this high-stakes chase. His experience in the field has taught him to trust his instincts, and right now, his instincts are telling him that he is on the right track.

Eddie regains his composure, pushing aside his frustration as he strategizes his next move. His priority is to track Amy before she disappears, and with Dublin now appearing to be the likely destination, he knows where to go next. The inconsistencies in the information he has received only make him more determined to uncover the truth. With a renewed sense of clarity, he pays for his drink and steps out of the bar, preparing to leave the terminal. Despite the conflicting details, he trusts his ability to follow the trail, knowing that in his line of work, patience and observation are key. The chapter ends with Eddie focused and ready, his mind locked on the task at hand. The game is just beginning, and he intends to stay ahead, no matter what obstacles may arise.