As they drove away, Jake’s calls came in, but she couldn’t bring herself to answer. After calming down, she contacted the police, explaining the situation. Later, an officer called back with surprising news.
“Mia,” he said, “the bones are replicas, used for teaching. There’s no danger.”
Relieved and embarrassed, Mia called Jake. “I’m so sorry,” she began, guilt flooding her voice.
Jake responded with understanding, “You were protecting your son. We’ll laugh about this one day.”
They returned to his parents’ house, and Mia apologized to everyone. That day strengthened their bond, and now, Jake often jokes about her dramatic escape. It’s become a story they share with a smile, a reminder of how far they’ve come.
So, what would you have done in Mia’s shoes?