They were unaware of how Frankie was released despite having all the evidence against him.

If even someone like Frankie could be released, then what about those people in prison? Did they really have committed crimes, or were they just someone else's scapegoat?

"Strange, isn't it?" Ruth asked, prompting nods from Eric and Sylvia.

Frankie's release was already confusing, and Ruth's insight into the situation added another layer of mystery. It appeared she was present because of Frankie's case