Episode 5 of Season 1 of "The Stolen Girl" commences with a haunting flashback to five years prior to Lucia's abduction, a time when Elisa was entangled in a passionate affair with Marcus. He persuaded her to confront her childhood demons by visiting Eyton. Though hesitant, Elisa acquiesced. However, the trip took an unexpected and sinister turn when she discovered her father gazing upon a slumbering young Lucia. Words turned into a heated altercation, culminating in Elisa shoving her father, who tragically plummeted down the stairs and perished.
Present day, Elisa and Selma board a luxurious private jet bound for Toulon. Elisa solemnly vows to unveil the entire saga to Selma, provided she aids in locating Rebecca. Meanwhile, back in France, Rebecca ventures to João to retrieve a passport but finds his absence disconcerting. Desperate for the document, she decides to wait in her car, her thoughts drifting back to the fateful day her husband met his untimely demise. While driving the family, her husband was interrupted by Josie's sudden motion sickness. In a rush to assist Josie, who was on the verge of vomiting, Rebecca hastily exited the vehicle. Moments later, another car collided with theirs and fled the scene.
As Elisa and Selma embark on their quest to find Rebecca, they delve into Josie's background and uncover a clue suggesting Rebecca might be homeschooling her. Guided by a tip, they head to the mayor's office to search through records, where they procure their first lead on Rebecca's whereabouts. Just as they're gaining traction, Selma receives an urgent call from her editor. The police, aware of their unauthorized investigation, express concern. Selma and Elisa were mandated to allow the authorities to handle the case, but the editor's primary worry is Selma becoming an accessory to whatever actions Elisa might take against Rebecca once she's found. Reluctantly, Elisa concedes to Selma's plea to contact the local law enforcement. Seizing this as an opportunity, Elisa distracts Selma and sets off to chase Rebecca alone, her determination unyielding.
How does Elisa confront Rebecca in this intense scenario? Rebecca manages to establish contact with João and secures the passport, but their exchange is interrupted by the police en route to João's residence. With split-second timing, Rebecca狭窄地 escapes from the house just before the authorities arrive.
Back in France, Lucia sneaks into Rebecca's closet and discovers the authentic family photograph. The realization dawns on her that Rebecca has deceived her, as the child in the photo lacks the distinctive birthmark. In a panic, she rushes to seek assistance and happens to encounter Anton. To her horror, she also stumbles upon Milan's lifeless body. Showing Anton the grim discovery, she unburdens her heart, revealing that Rebecca is not her true mother.
Unfortunately, Rebecca arrives on the scene just as Anton is escorting Lucia away. She Grabs Lucia tightly, pretending ignorance of the dead body concealed in her well. She commands Anton to depart and summon the police, firmly refusing to release Lucia. After Anton's departure, Rebecca instructs the girls to pack their belongings hastily. However, Lucia, driven by fear, flees once again, prompting Rebecca and Josie to chase her into the woods.
Elisa arrives amidst the chaotic scene, spotting Rebecca and Josie dashing through the woods. Rebecca informs her that Lucia has vanished. Elisa then unburdens her soul, confessing her guilt in the fatal accident and revealing that she pushed her father out of rage, stemming from years of sexual abuse. The moment she saw him eyeing Lucia, her emotions spiraled out of control.
Rebecca lambasts Elisa for ruining her life, and both women are overwhelmed by tears. Following Elisa's heartfelt apology, Rebecca directs her to Lucia's hiding place. Elisa swiftly rescues Lucia, but by the time the police arrive, Rebecca and Josie have already vanished without a trace.
The Stolen Girl concludes with a leap forward in time, 12 weeks after Lucia's rescue. Elisa is sentenced to six years in prison for her role in Nicolas's demise. Fred, displaying forgiveness, decides to embrace Georgie as his son. In the closing scene, Lucia holds onto hope that her mother will soon return to join them for their cherished family nights at the arcade. As for Rebecca and Josie, they seem to have disappeared into the ether. Meanwhile, Selma chooses a new path as a freelance journalist, embracing a future filled with untold stories.
