His scheme involved targeting ride-share pickups, masquerading as the driver when the real one faltered, then whisking victims to secluded spots.
Tonight, he chose to linger in the car with Callie, her fragile appearance making her an irresistible target.
Callie teetered on the edge of breakdown, engulfed by terror and helplessness, reduced to pleading and tears.
But tears and pleas wouldnât deter a criminal.
Just as the driver was poised to assault Callie, a blinding light suddenly flooded the car, illuminating the scene within.
Stunned, the driver froze as another car appeared on the usually deserted country road.
Having parked to the side, the driver expected any passing vehicle to simply drive past.
However, the headlights of this black car remained fixed on him, not budging.
About to curse, the driver watched in disbelief as the black car suddenly sped toward his vehicle.
âDamn it!â he snapped, panicking as he abandoned Callie and scrambled out of the car.
Fortunately, the black car didnât collide with his vehicle but screeched to a halt, mere inches away.
The driver, still in shock, witnessed a woman stepping out of the black car.
Rushing to the white car where Callie was in, Nicole discovered Callie, trembling and partially undressed, sobbing uncontrollably in the driverâs seat.
Nicole swiftly shielded Callie with her jacket.
âCome with me, quickly.
â
Initially hesitant, uncertain if Callieâs father was present, Nicole contemplated calling Ethel.
However, witnessing the carâs tremors and hearing Callieâs cries, she knew something was amiss.
Nicoleâs instincts screamed danger, prompting her to flick on her carâs headlights, casting a bright light on the scene.
Spotting the driver preparing to commit his heinous act, she wasted no time.
Without hesitation, she started her car and charged straight toward the white vehicle.
Slamming on the brakes, Nicole brought the car to a sudden halt, narrowly avoiding a collision as she watched the driver tumble out of his car.
Her intention was to startle him, not collide with him.
ALL she needed was to scare him off.
As Nicole rushed to aid Callie, the fallen driver scrambled to his feet.
âNo shit! Another whore? Two of you will be a blast.
â
Reaching for Nicoleâs hair, the driver aimed to throw her to the ground and incapacitate her.
But Nicole was prepared.
Swiftly turning, she sprayed pepper spray directly into his eyes.
Screaming in agony, tears streaming down his face, the driver cursed, âYou have no clue who youâre messing with! Iâll end you!â
Unfazed, Nicole smirked.
âWhy donât you try getting back on your feet first?â
Nicole wrapped up her words and tugged on Callieâs arm to get her moving.
After all, Nicole wasnât very strong to begin with, and Callieâs legs felt like jelly as she trembled with fear.
The situation could get worse if this driver had accomplices nearby.
âCan you walk?â Nicole whispered as she noticed that Callie was still glued to her seat and not budging.
Callie was already fragile, having never been in a situation Like this before.
She barely left her home, and now she was completely terrified as she struggled to get her words out.
âI⦠I⦠I donât knowâ¦â This was all new to her, and she burst into tears.
Nicole realized she had to take action, so she lifted Callie onto her back.
Just as she did, Callie started sobbing harder and said, âMy phone⦠My phone is under the driverâs seatâ¦â