She thanked him again, and Jacob left, feeling a mix of relief and concern. The drive home was quiet, with Jacob deep in thought. He hadn’t expected to be in this situation, but now all he could do was hope Lena would find the strength to get through it.
As time went on, the news about Lena’s disappearance became less talked about, overshadowed by the constant buzz of paparazzi. Sitting with the TV remote in his hand, Jacob thought about the crazy day he had just gone through. He felt a deep sense of gratitude and satisfaction, knowing he had followed his instincts and helped someone in need.