During a "Big Night Out" episode, Leyla Harding catches Maya and Jacob kissing outside a club, finally exposing the abuse.

After a period of hiding and further manipulation, Maya is arrested on May 21, 2019 . She is sentenced to 12 months in prison on June 20, 2019 , specifically for inappropriate text messages because Jacob refuses to testify about the physical abuse. Critical Episodes & Dates

After weeks of sneaking around, the ultimate line was crossed. In this specific episode, Jacob (aged 15) and Maya (aged 31) gave into their "relationship." The episode depicted the pair booking a hotel room. While the act itself was implied rather than graphically shown, the aftermath was brutal. Jacob was euphoric, believing he had finally won the woman of his dreams.

If you are hunting for the , prepare for a difficult watch. This is not a steamy affair plot. It is a textbook depiction of child sexual abuse. The episode serves as a vital piece of social commentary disguised as soap opera drama.