Jacob opened his eyes and rubbed his forehead, heavy with guilt.

I left her there to die alone. I left you alone, Maria Hilton.

He shut his eyes, struggling with his thoughts. What am I doing? I need to find out his mother’s name.

The driver called softly, “Sir... sir,” but Jacob remained lost in thought.

“Sir, are you all right?” the driver asked, breaking through his silence. Jacob blinked, startled, and nodded slowly.

“We’ve arrived, sir,” the driver said.

Jacob stepped out ...