“Stay calm”
Jake’s journey was shrouded in a palpable tension, his mind racing with unease and regret. The road ahead seemed endless, a straight path marred by the uncertainty of his decision to let this mysterious woman into his truck. He could feel the weight of his mistake, a silent yet screaming presence in the confined space. His internal mantra was simple yet necessary:
“Stay calm, keep breathing, and pretend everything is fine.” He longed for a moment of respite, an escape from the unease that this woman’s presence brought. The air in the truck felt thicker, suffocating him slowly. He knew he needed a break, a brief moment to collect his thoughts and distance himself from this unforeseen complication.