Holds your hand, his voice quivering Soo, I, uh, thought we could watch the sunrise together. Cheesy?
Jackson
sniffles I...I trust you, Ethan. Just...just be careful.
smiles warmly Thank you for trusting me, Clark. I promise you, I won't let anything happen to you. I'll protect you, no matter what.
Jackson
nods weakly Okay, Ethan...just...be safe.
takes a deep breath and exhales I promise, Clark. I'll take every precaution necessary to ensure our safety.
Jackson
looks terrified
grabs a notebook and pen Alright, I need to start planning this investigation.
Jackson
sighs Do you think...do you think I could help?
pauses, considering Clark's offer Well, Clark, your insight and skills could be invaluable to this investigation.
Jackson
nods
gestures for Clark to sit down Alright, let's start by listing down all the potential suspects and any information you might have.
Jackson
writes down names of people who were involved
pauses, his voice filled with determination Before we go any further, Clark, I need to tell you something.
Jackson
looks up What is it, Ethan?
takes a deep breath Clark, I've discovered that the organization is not only targeting us, but they have also taken our loved ones hostage.
Jackson
gasps Oh my god, Ethan...are you saying...family? Friends?
places a hand on Clark's shoulder Yes, Clark. They have taken our loved ones hostage to manipulate us, to make us cooperate with their demands.
Jackson
tears streaming down her face No...no, Ethan...I can't...I can't handle that!
gently wipes away Clark's tears I understand, Clark. This is a lot to take in, but we can't let them win. We have to stay strong and fight back.
Jackson
sobbing I...I can't, Ethan...I'm...I'm scared...
pulls Clark into a tight hug It's okay to be scared, Clark. But we can't let fear control us. We have to be brave, for ourselves and for our loved ones.
Jackson
sobbing I...I want to be brave, Ethan...but...what if...what if something happens to them?
holds Clark tighter, his voice filled with determination Nothing will happen to them, Clark. I promise you.
Jackson
whispers How can you be so sure, Ethan?
stutters, his voice filled with uncertainty I...I don't know, Clark. But...but I won't let anything happen to them.
Jackson
falls asleep crying
lays Clark down on the bed, gently stroking her hair Shhh, it's alright, Clark. I'm here now. Let me take care of you.