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At first, there were quite a few footprints on the snowfield, coming and going.
But in the end, Flossie Wright only saw a single line of footprints.
Left by the same person, the snow was somewhat deep, only leading away, without a return.
As she was about to reach the spot Glenn Hutchinson pointed out, Flossie Wright's steps slowed considerably. Her body felt much lighter after the exercise, yet her pace slowed, making each step in the snow appear somewhat heavy.
Then, Flossie Wright saw Rowdy Brightwill.
At the moment she inadvertently raised the flashlight, Flossie glimpsed a familiar figure in the light. Her wrist suddenly steadied, and the flashlight beam fell upon Rowdy Brightwill.
Rowdy Brightwill stood quietly in front of the grave, weakly turning his head to look over.
