Paramedic Jacob Masters receives the bittersweet news that his son, Blake, is being
discharged from the psychiatric ward. However, his relief is overshadowed when
Blake requests that Jan, rather than Jacob, pick him up. This decision leaves Jacob grappling
with feelings of rejection and inadequacy as a father. Throughout his shift, Jacob’s interactions with victims of the plane crash prompt introspection about his relationship with Blake and his role as a parent.
The narrative poignantly explores the challenges of reconnecting with a loved one after a traumatic experience and the emotional complexities inherent in familial relationships strained by mental health issues. Jacob’s journey underscores the themes of patie
