Chapter 22

Summary

• The protagonist arrives home eager to update everyone on the mission's progress after retrieving takeout food.
• Upon entering her home, she's greeted by Mr. Preston, Charlotte, and Juan Manuel, who are anxious to hear about her encounter with Rodney.
• Juan Manuel is attentive, offering to help with takeaway and chores like cleaning shoes.
• The protagonist informs the group that her plan was successful and Rodney believes the police are returning to search the suite.
• Charlotte expresses concern about their father's involvement and the risks he faces in obtaining the suite key from the hotel.
• Juan Manuel, who is supposed to be at work, decides to call in sick to help with the plan and avoid falling into Rodney's traps.
• A conversation reveals Juan Manuel does not have a place to sleep that night if he doesn't go back to the hotel.
• The protagonist offers Juan Manuel her room to stay, showing her support and kindness as a friend.
• While they begin to eat the takeout provided by Rodney, the news on TV announces an imminent police press conference regarding the killer of Charles Black, which unsettles everyone.
• With the police conference looming, they worry Rodney may discover the protagonist's involvement before the plan can be carried out.
• Charlotte plans to be near the police station to contact Detective Stark when necessary, while Juan Manuel will coordinate from home.
• The group decides to proceed with their plan, despite the challenge posed by the upcoming police announcement.
• Despite the tension of the moment, the protagonist chooses to put aside her food, indicating the severity of the situation.