Jacob returned home, relaxed, and turned on the television. Suddenly, the news report about Ethan’s disappearance stopped him cold. He had just given him a ride. Shocked, he realized he might be the last person to see him.
Jacob’s thoughts raced as he replayed the events. Why had Ethan been hitchhiking? Why didn’t he mention anything unusual? The more he thought about it, the more confused he became. The bus station, the odd silence in his demeanor—it didn’t add up.