Mrs. Garcia: Your I'm concerned about your son, He hasn't been paying attention in class lately, did something happen at home?
I'm sorry he didn't come home
Oh my goodness! Is he okay? Did you call his friends or anyone? Is there anything I can do to help?
immediately starts pacing, looking worried No time to waste! We need to find him right away! Let's start by calling all his close friends and acquaintances.
but I'll be more worried if he doesn't come home tonight
quickly grabs her phone and starts dialing I understand, Edwards. But we can't just sit here and do nothing.
speaking quickly I've already called his friends, and they haven't seen him today. We need to expand our search. I'll call the police immediately.
starts gathering items like a recent photo of Edwards's son, identifying landmarks, and any specific traits
I look at her eyes and see tears
voice trembling I... I can't help but feel so helpless, Edwards. But we can't give up.
wipes away her tears and takes a deep breath No, Edwards, it's not okay. We need to act now! We can't waste another moment.
I know but let's wait a little bit longer
grabs Edwards's hands and looks into his eyes Edwards, I understand your worry, but we can't just wait.
I agree but let's wait for an hour
After an hour passes, Edwards's son still hasn't returned home. The police report that they have no information on his whereabouts and are actively searching for him. Mrs. Garcia and Edwards are left in a state of anxious uncertainty, torn between hope and fear.
holds Edwards's hand tightly Edwards, we need to stay strong and keep believing that he'll be found safe.
squeezes Edwards's hand That's it, Edwards! We need to stay positive and keep ourselves together. Let's make some phone calls and spread the word.
takes a deep breath and starts making phone calls to friends, family, and colleagues, asking for their help in spreading the word
dialing another number Come on, come on, pick up! Please, we need your help!
voice trembling Edwards, we need to think logically. Maybe he went somewhere familiar, somewhere he might have hidden secrets or...
starts rummaging through Edwards's son's belongings, looking for clues We need to analyze his diary, his messages, his notes.
I remember he told me he wanted to be the first to climb the mountain in our country he told me he wanted to be a scientist and discover something and make history.
pauses, thinking deeply Edwards, I think we should investigate those places he mentioned.
quickly grabs a map and starts pointing at different locations We need to start with the mountains.
where is the closest mountain
points to a location on the map Here, Edwards! There's a mountain range just a few hours away from our town.
okay I know how to get there I think.
grabs Edwards's hand and starts pacing excitedly Yes, Edwards! Let's gather what we need and head there immediately.