“Sir, may I peel an apple for you?" the girl offered.

As she reached for an apple, a stern voice intervened. “You don't need to. Please leave." Jarrod's tone was cold and detached.

The girl, caught off guard, felt embarrassed as she held the apple.

Tears welled up in her eyes as she said, “Sir, I just wanted to express my gratitude."

Jarrod replied coldly, "There's no need for thanks. I didn't intend to save you back then."

The girl was stunned. If Jarrod hadn't meant to save them, why had he confronted those ruthless people traffickers? His deeds had practically placed his own life in harm's way.

At Jarrod's response, Alec was speechless.

Back at the scene, photos of the ambulance were captured, and the media had quickly learned about Jarrod's contribution to saving those abducted girls. They gloried the fact, trumpeting Jarrod's achievements in saving tons of abducted girls.

The Schultz Group, whose reputation had taken a hit due to some scandals previously, quickly became the talk of the town.

With the widespread praise for Jarrod's deeds, the stock price of the Schultz Group soared, increasing significantly overnight.

Currently, numerous media outlets were outside, eager to interview Jarrod.

Yet, if Jarrod's earlier statements about lacking any intention to save those abducted girls were broadcasted, the media frenzy might dissipate and the attention would weaken.

"I'm sorry, miss. Mr. Schultz suffers a head injury." Alec gestured to his own head and said to the girl, "He's a bit disoriented right now. Kindly don't take his words to heart. He'll be back to normal once he's recovered."

The girl felt somewhat relieved and asked with concern, "Is he hurt anywhere else?"

Alec shook his head. "No, he just needs some rest. Miss, why don't you have a proper rest as well?"

Having finally coaxed the girl to leave, Alec hastily shut the door and turned to Jarrod, asking anxiously, "Sir, why did you say that to that girl? Do you realize the stock price of the Schultz Group has skyrocketed because of your deeds? Moreover, the company's reputation is enhanced significantly, and the media outlets are covered with your selfless actions. Cast all aside, you did save an entire truck of abducted girls. Isn't it the truth?"

Of course, Alec understood why Jarrod said those words to the girl.

Jarrod did mean his words. He was never the type to raise an eyebrow on someone else's matters. Never in his life would he act out his character and go all the way out just to save someone without a reason. Had it not been for Nicole in danger, he wouldn't have investigated and intervened, and the rescue would never have occurred.

Alec added, "Your motive doesn't matter. Anyway, you had indeed helped save everyone on that truck. Why deny that?"

Jarrod ignored Alec's comment and asked directly, "What about her?"