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The narrative introduces Ellie and Anna, stepsisters living near the now-cleaned Caddo Lake. Despite their close bond, Ellie grapples with resentment towards her stepfather, Daniel, and faces conflict at home. A pivotal moment arises when Anna goes missing; this sends Ellie into a frantic search, revealing the family's vulnerabilities as they confront this crisis. Unlike Paris's tragic past, the current timeline generates urgency and fear as Ellie desperately seeks her sister.