(French) Marie: (Looking troubled and shaking) Je viens juste de prendre des photos aux abords du parc, il y avait une femme qui laissait un enfant très jeune seul ici, je suis allée voir s'il est en état d'être secouru mais il a mystérieusement disparu comme s'il avait été absorbé par le sol. Ce qui m'a le plus troublé, c'est qu'aucun témoin n'a vu celui-ci partir. Hunter: (Confused by her language) I'm sorry ma'am, I don't speak French. Could you please tell me in English what happened there? Marie: (Struggling with her English) Just... I came to take some pictures around the park, there was a woman who left her very young baby alone here, I went to check if it's alright but suddenly it has disappeared, like it sank into the ground. And no one else saw it leave. (End of scene) Hunter gets a call and has to leave, without having been able to figure out the nature of the mysterious incident that Marie witnessed. Marie is left questioning whether what she saw was real, as the strange disappearance leaves the detective and the townspeople deeply concerned. As the investigation goes on, the connection between the recurring events in Alborn gets stronger, and it becomes clearer that Marie's encounter holds a vital key to solving the case that threatens the safety of the innocent lives in this small town. This new twist in the story drives Marie to use her photography and instincts to uncover the truth, earning her recognition as a valuable ally of Hunter and a potential voice for justice in the face of escalating chaos. The unlikely team works tirelessly to unravel the dark secrets that lie beneath Alborn's picturesque surfaces, their collaboration revealing a web of truth and betrayal that will change everything they know about the town they love. And through it all, their partnership proves that even language barriers cannot stand in the way of courage, determination, and the bonds forged in the pursuit of the truth. As the story unfolds, the audience is left on the edge of their seats, wondering how this thrilling journey will ultimately end, while being treated to the breathtaking photography that Marie captures, reminding them of the breathtaking beauty that can be found, even in the darkest of moments. With suspense, intrigue, and heartwarming twists at every turn, this engrossing mystery will keep you glued to the pages until the very end. The unlikely duo will forever leave a lasting impression on their devoted fans, and their adventures promise a sequel that will certainly surpass the thrilling, groundbreaking tale that has been shared thus far. So hold onto your hats, dear reader, for the most exhilarating adventure yet awaits you in this must-read masterpiece of the Cozy Mystery genre.