When you arrive at the road near the beach where you think you saw the flare shot from, it's somehow even foggier than before. There's a steep incline made of rocks, some which are giant boulders, and then a more open sandy area beside it. Off in the water, you see the outline of a capsized fishing boat. That must be where Anuja is.
If something is out there, it will have a clear shot at you as you approach.
Your hands are shaking, but you take a deep breath. You've gotten through everything so far. You'll get through this too, if you're smart.
How many people have told themselves the exact same thing before meeting a terrible fate?