Blaine was well aware of the hidden truth behind tonight's chase. She knew that if Jack left and got detained by the police, it could unravel the secret she desperately wanted to keep hidden. If things escalated to that point, everything would spiral out of control. Despite finding herself in a predicament tonight, she understood that those chasing her didn't truly want her dead. She held something incredibly valuable to them, and if anything happened to her, they would gain nothing.
Jack, the black cab driver unwittingly caught up in this turmoil, could be a useful asset if utilized correctly. His driving skills had left a deep impression on Blaine. She was confident that as long as Jack didn't divulge tonight's events, she could leverage her influence to help him out of any trouble.
After careful consideration, Jack realized that running away would only make him appear more suspicious, and he couldn't evade authorities forever. Blaine promised to help him, and as a influential news anchor, she had the power to resolve the issue. Jack also realized that Blaine was merely afraid he would disclose the matter to the police. Therefore, he believed that staying was the wiser choice.
"Well, I'll stay for now, and once everything's settled, I'll leave," Jack said.
Blaine nodded and handed him some money. "Take this, just in case. By the way, what's your name?"
"Jack." Blaine paused briefly but didn't press further. Her phone vibrated at that moment, and she glanced at it before decisively ending the call. Then she said to Jack, "You can stay in the guest room downstairs." Jack waited at Blaine's house, his gaze inadvertently falling on a photo by the staircase. The woman in the picture was Blaine, standing in front of the iconic building of the TV station, with a radiant smile. Jack recognized her—Blaine, the renowned news anchor of Tangzhou, known not only for her beauty but also for her influence and status in the news industry.
When Blaine came downstairs, she saw Jack gazing at the photo, and she smiled faintly without saying anything. She walked over to a nearby cabinet and took out three sets of car keys, then handed them to Jack.
"These are all yours," Blaine said. "Pick the one you like best and drive me to a meeting."
Jack was surprised to see the car keys in his hand, each belonging to a luxury car he had only ever dreamed of—a BMW 7 Series, a Mercedes E-Class Coupe, and a Volvo XC90. He felt somewhat overwhelmed but quickly composed himself and chose the Volvo XC90.
"I'll take this one," Jack said. "It looks... safe."
Blaine nodded without objection. She put on her coat, grabbed her handbag, and they walked together to the underground garage. Jack drove the Volvo XC90, taking Blaine to the meeting place.
In the garage, Jack was amazed by Blaine's collection of luxury cars. He never imagined he'd have the chance to drive such vehicles. The luxurious interior and advanced features made him feel both excited and nervous. He drove carefully, ensuring Blaine's safety and comfort.
On the way to the meeting place, Blaine remained silent, and Jack didn't dare disturb her thoughts. He could sense Blaine's determination and courage and realized he was now part of something far more complicated than he had imagined. When they arrived, Jack learned that the meeting was with an old man. Although Jack accompanied her inside, it was only to ensure the meeting wasn't a threat to her. If anyone tried to harm her, he was to call the police immediately.
Blaine sat opposite the old man, while Jack chose a different seat but could still clearly hear their conversation. Not listening would have been preferable because now that he had heard, Jack wished he could cut off his own ears. He had been unwittingly pulled into this woman's scheme, and now it seemed there was no way out for him.