Ep 9. The Bell Tower

As the thrilling adventure series Outer Banks continues with its ninth episode, titled "The Bell Tower," the drama and intrigue only escalate. The Pogues are reeling after a heart-wrenching loss, but the hunt for the Royal Merchant's treasure must go on. The stakes are higher than ever as our group of teens must face new dangers and obstacles in their quest to uncover the secrets of the past.

The episode kicks off with the Pogues grieving the loss of Kiara's father, who tragically fell to his death while trying to retrieve the treasure. In the aftermath, John B struggles with guilt and feels responsible for the outcome, and Pope tries to rally the group together in spite of their grief. Meanwhile, Sarah's father, Ward Cameron, tries to cover up his own involvement in the tragedy and protect his family's reputation.

As tensions run high, the Pogues face a new challenge: figuring out the next clue in their treasure hunt. With only a cryptic poem to guide them, the group must decipher its meaning and find the next piece of the puzzle. But they're not the only ones on the hunt- the dangerous and volatile Rafe Cameron is hot on their trail, and he's willing to do anything to get his hands on the treasure.

As the Pogues continue their search, they stumble upon a mysterious bell tower that plays a key role in their quest for the treasure. But as they explore the tower, they uncover shocking secrets that threaten to unravel everything they thought they knew. With danger on all sides and the stakes higher than ever, the Pogues must find a way to stay alive and continue their hunt for the Royal Merchant's treasure.

As the episode draws to a close, tensions boil over and the Pogues find themselves in a life-or-death situation. With their lives hanging in the balance, they must rely on each other more than ever before to make it out alive and uncover the truth behind the treasure. But with so many forces working against them, it's unclear whether they'll be successful in their mission- or if they'll even survive to see it through.

Overall, "The Bell Tower" is a heart-pumping episode that showcases the best of Outer Banks' action-packed storytelling and compelling characters. With twists and turns at every corner, it's a must-watch installment in this thrilling series that will leave audiences on the edge of their seats.