CHAPTER ONE HUNDRED AND FOUR: HELPING THE HEART BREAKER

Madeline, overwhelmed with frustration and regret, tries to go after Jake, but he's already disappeared. She sinks onto her bed, burying her head in her hands, questioning how everything went so wrong. Daniel, sensing the tension, apologizes and suggests that maybe it's best if he leaves. Despite the chaos, Madeline hesitates and then tells him not to go.

Meanwhile, Stephanie and Amanda return to their dorm and catch a glimpse of Daniel. The puzzled looks they shoot Madeline silently convey their confusion. Stephanie doesn't hold back, "Why the hell is he in your room, Madeline?" Amanda chimes in, "what's going on Maddy." her expression a mix of concern and suspicion. Madeline sighs, struggling to find the right words to explain the unexpected twist of events. She begins, "It's complicated. He's going through something really tough, and I just wanted to help." Stephanie raises an eyebrow, "Help? By hugging him?" Madeline hesitates, "It's about his mom. She has cancer, and he's devasta