Part 3/11:
The Desperate Search
As the hours blend into a horrific waiting game, Tian remains determined. The police eventually locate the kidnapper's images on surveillance footage, but by then, it is too late. This moment highlights the immense frustration parents face—caught in red tape when time is a luxury they cannot afford.
Through the following months, Tian's efforts to find Pengpeng take him down an arduous path littered with emotional turmoil, scams, and misleading leads. He creates videos to raise awareness, distributes flyers, and offers rewards, but for every genuine lead he receives, there are more scams that prey on his desperation.