Summary
Highlights
Brody finds himself injured and stranded on Dead Man's Island after falling into the treacherous Blackwater River. Alex, the Batman, Hank, and Clem arrive, attempting to rescue Brody with a rope. Hank bravely wades into the river to reach Brody, who is terrified and resistant to going back into the water.
Brody is pulled to safety by Hank, Clem, and the Batman. The police, led by Raul, arrive. Brody is shaken and asks about Pauline and Otis, who are still missing in the river. Raul tries to reassure Brody that a search operation is underway.
Alex gives a fabricated account of the incident to Raul, painting Brody as a hero who tried to rescue Pauline and Otis. Alex claims that Pauline and Otis were 'dancing' and struggling before falling into the river. Brody is confused and distressed by Alex's version of events, knowing the truth is different.
Brody tries to confess his true involvement, implying it was his fault, but Raul reassures him. Alex whispers to Brody, urging him to stick to the fabricated story to avoid trouble. Brody is left with a swollen mouth and the heavy burden of guilt, as he knows what really transpired between Otis and Pauline before they were swept away by the Blackwater.