Revealing The Hijack
Jake recounted the hijacking of his mom’s truck, his words tumbling out in a rush of urgency. “They took the cargo and left her behind,” he said, his wide eyes filled with worry. The revelation hit like a thunderclap, completely altering the course of the story. The hijacking cast doubt on every theory we had, and Jake’s fear was unmistakable, evident in the tremor of his voice.
Revealing The Hijack
Decision To Return
A surge of determination and urgency washed over me. The need to act was undeniable. “We have to go back,” I said to Jake, acutely aware of time slipping through our fingers like grains of sand. Every passing second could jeopardize his mom’s safety. It was a gut instinct that left no room for hesitation—we had to turn the truck around and retrace our path without delay.
Decision To Return
