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September 2008
Overview
In Boise after the market crash, Betty disappears, deepening Lucky’s grief and guilt. With clients calling and exposure looming, Cary pushes to flee offshore. Lucky insists on a final stop in Las Vegas to reset before disappearing. They agree and drive away, delaying escape and raising future risk.
Summary
In Boise, Lucky realizes Betty is missing after letting the dog into the yard. She and Cary search the neighborhood for hours, post signs, and wait for calls that never come. Lucky blames herself, linking the loss to her recent miscarriage and their focus on moving client funds offshore.
As days pass without news, Cary emphasizes the urgency: the stock market keeps falling and clients are calling about their money, increasing the likelihood they will be caught. Lucky resists leaving, fearing it will seal their bad fortune, and she clings to hope that someone will report finding Betty.
Seeking a psychological reset and a brief reprieve, Lucky proposes a detour to Las Vegas—one last night in America where they know how to stay incognito. Cary agrees, prioritizing Lucky’s fragile state despite the risk. They pack into their silver Audi and set off, postponing their planned departure to Dominica.
Who Appears
- LuckyDevastated by Betty’s disappearance; wracked with guilt; proposes a Vegas detour before fleeing offshore.
- CaryUrges immediate escape as clients panic; consoles Lucky and agrees to a risky last night in Las Vegas.
- BettyLucky’s dog; disappears from the yard, triggering grief and delaying the couple’s planned flight.