The last transport for a mysterious journey
The story begins with two men arriving almost simultaneously and symmetrically at the station, then on the train. The camera focuses solely on their sneakers. The prologue ends with the second man kicking the first under the table and crossing his legs. Bruno Anthony, one of the men, is surprised to discover that he is in the company of famous tennis player Guy Haines. During their conversation, Bruno refers to rumors in the press about Guy's possible divorce and his relationship with Anne Morton, a senator's daughter. He also mentions his own family tensions, particularly with his father.

He then expounds a theory on the perfect crime, based on the absence of any link between victim and killer. Bruno proposes a cross-murder pact: he would kill Guy's wife Myriam, while Guy would kill his father. Guy doesn't take the suggestion seriously, but, exhausted, he leaves the scene troubled and forgets his lighter, engraved with his and Anne's initials.
Bruno discreetly grabs it.
Shortly after arriving in Metcalf, Guy discovers that his wife, Myriam, is now refusing to divorce him, even though she was initially in favor of it. She now wants to prevent him from marrying Anne and profiting from her success. During a discussion with Anne, Guy repeats three times that he would like to strangle Myriam. One evening, Bruno, acting on his own initiative, follows Myriam and her two friends to a funfair in Metcalf and ends up killing her by strangling her on Love Island. He picks up his glasses, which have fallen to the ground with a broken lens, as well as Guy's lighter, which could incriminate him. Bruno then goes to Guy's house to confess to the murder, showing him the glasses as evidence and demanding his counterpart, but Guy refuses.
The investigation
Guy quickly becomes a suspect in the eyes of the police, as he is the victim's husband. His alibi is examined and he is placed under surveillance. Bruno, for his part, returns several times to gradually close his trap, trying to push Guy into committing the other murder agreed upon. Anne, gradually realizing the situation, tries to support Guy, but to no avail. Guy decides to confront Bruno's father, not to kill him, but to reveal his son's madness. However, he doesn't find the father, but Bruno, and an altercation breaks out. Guy hits Bruno twice, but Bruno swears he'll find a way to get even. Meanwhile, Bruno's mother denies Anne's accusations against her son, raising the question of whether she herself is suffering from a psychological disorder.
Annie, for her part, is confronted by Bruno's mother, who refuses to believe that her son is in trouble, raising doubts about his mental state.
Shortly afterwards, Bruno tells Guy that he intends to take the lighter to the scene of the crime to incriminate him. Guy must get there quickly, but is first forced to play in the tennis final (the scene alternates between Guy's match and Bruno's journey to Metcalf and the fairground island). Guy manages to finish his match and escape police surveillance. Once on the island, the attraction manager recognizes Bruno, and the story culminates in a confrontation between Guy and Bruno on a merry-go-round. The merry-go-round comes to an abrupt halt and breaks up, seriously injuring Bruno. Before dying, Bruno refuses to admit the truth and persists in accusing Guy, who is eventually cleared.
After Bruno's death, the truth slowly begins to emerge. The police, initially convinced of Guy's guilt, are forced to reconsider the evidence. Myriam's broken glasses and the lighter found at the crime scene are now clearly linked to Bruno. The lead detective, previously skeptical, realizes that Bruno was the true instigator of the crime. Recovering the evidence, including the broken glasses and lighter, he realizes that Bruno had meticulously planned to frame Guy for Myriam's murder.
All the pieces of the puzzle fit together, revealing that Guy was a victim in this Machiavellian plan. This marks a turning point in the investigation, with the police now focusing on Bruno's madness and the reasons behind his obsession with Guy.
Anne, who has always believed in Guy's innocence, is relieved but still marked by the ordeal. She and Guy decide to take a step back, aware that the shadow of the crime will hang over them for a long time to come. However, with the support of Anne and those around them, Guy looks to the future, ready to rebuild his life, free from the nightmare Bruno had imposed on him.
Bruno Anthony's case hits the headlines, not only because of the complexity of the crime, but also because of the family tragedy behind it. Bruno's mental health became a subject of public debate, as did the responsibility of those around him, notably his mother, accused by some of failing to recognize the signs of his disorder. However, despite the media attention, Guy and Anne aspire to resume a normal life, away from the turmoil.
Finally, despite the media attention, Guy and Anne aspire to resume a normal life, away from the turmoil and scandal surrounding the affair. They decide to temporarily withdraw from the public eye, to rebuild their lives away from prying eyes and public opinion.
Eventually, Guy returns to tennis, but with a new perspective. His traumatic experience with Bruno has changed him, reminding him that success is not to be pursued at all costs. From now on, he concentrates on his personal life and his relationship with Anne, enjoying more moments of calm and serenity.
As Guy gradually resumes his tennis career, it becomes clear that his approach to the sport has changed. Less obsessed with winning, he now plays with renewed passion, motivated by the pleasure of the game rather than the pressure of competition. His performances, though solid, are no longer guided by an obsession with triumph at all costs, and this has earned him the respect and admiration of his colleagues and the public alike. His new, more expansive and less competitive attitude attracts attention not only for his game, but also for the wisdom he seems to have acquired through his trials. Journalists now see him as a more mature athlete, at peace with himself, which reinforces his image as a model of resilience in his career.
At the same time, his relationship with Anne is blossoming. After the ordeals they have been through, their bond has grown stronger. They decided to get married in a discreet ceremony, away from the hustle and bustle of greetings, wishing to preserve their intimacy. Together, they dreamed of building a simple, harmonious life, far removed from the dramas that had brought them together. Anne, always present by his side, encourages him to pursue his dreams, while maintaining a balance between his career and his family.
However, the memories of Bruno and the nightmare he imposed on Guy do not disappear completely. From time to time, Guy thinks back to this dark period, but with Anne's support, he manages to ease his anxieties and turn the page. Although Bruno Anthony's name remains associated with a troubled period in his life, Guy has chosen not to let this dark shadow tarnish his life with Anne, or his tennis career.
Guy and Anne decide to focus on the future and leave the traumas of the past behind them. Together, they embark on new projects, finding a balance between Guy's career and their personal lives. Anne, always by his side, becomes a source of stability.
Guy continues to excel at tennis, but with a calmer approach. He takes part in tournaments, while maintaining a certain distance from media pressure. He is also involved in causes close to his heart, such as raising awareness of mental health and supporting victims suffering from psychological disorders due to major trauma.
Little by little, the memory of Bruno fades, and Guy manages to rebuild his life to the full, living a life marked by inner peace and contentment, far from the turmoil of the past. With Anne, he finds a lasting balance, focusing on the essentials: love, serenity and wisdom.
Their life together becomes a haven of peace, far from the complications of the past. Together, they rediscover the pleasure of the little things: quiet evenings at home, soothing trips and shared moments of complicity.
Guy, now more serene, invests in projects that are close to his heart, such as encouraging young tennis talent, but also initiatives to promote well-being.
The couple, more united than ever, know that they have been through difficult times, but have come out of them stronger than ever. They look to the future with optimism, building a life based on life's deepest values, such as family and true friends.
About the Creator
Christine Hochet
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