Chapter 43 – Media Reaction
The internet went into a frenzy when a new episode of Jack Carr's podcast, author of action thrillers and former SEALs, was released. The special guest was none other than Mark Owen, known for his book No Easy Day, which detailed Osama bin Laden's mission. As usual, Owen appeared with a black mask covering his face to protect his identity.
The episode was already promising to make an impact, but when Jacob's name came up in the conversation, viewers were in a tizzy. Owen and Carr shared stories and reflections that only increased the rumors and fascination surrounding Jacob.
The episode began with the two discussing special operations, intense training, and the mental toll that service took. Mark Owen, as always, was careful about addressing certain details, but Jack Carr knew how to extract stories without crossing security lines.
"Mark, there's a certain person that's been buzzing in the military community lately. Someone I understand you know very well. I'm talking about Jacob, Khloé Kardashian's boyfriend. — Jack smiled, adjusting himself in his chair as Owen let out a muffled laugh.
"Oh, Jacob. Yes, I know him. I was led by him for a few years, and I can say that he is one of the most impressive people I have ever met in my life," Owen replied, his voice calm and full of admiration.
Jack leaned forward, clearly interested.
"They say he is something of a legend within the community. I myself heard about him long before I met him in person, years ago. What is this guy's secret?"
Mark crossed his arms and took a deep breath before answering.
"He is not just a leader. Jacob is the kind of person who doesn't need to say much to earn respect. He leads by example, and what is most impressive is his almost superhuman dedication. I remember watching him do things during training that seemed impossible. Things that none of us would even attempt."
Jack smiled, nodding.
"When I first met him, it was during a training session in Coronado. I remember thinking, 'Is this guy for real?' He was working out alone, with an intensity that seemed like something out of a movie. And the interesting thing is that despite that, he was incredibly humble and self-effacing."
Mark nodded.
"That's Jacob. He doesn't seek recognition. In fact, I think he prefers to go unnoticed. But when you need him, he's there. Always."
Jack laughed.
"He seems like the kind of person you want to have around in any situation."
Mark smiled thoughtfully.
"Exactly. I would say what makes him so special is his combination of physical and emotional abilities. He's someone who carries the weight of the world on his shoulders without complaining, and that's rare."
Shortly after the episode aired, clips began circulating on social media. The military and civilian public couldn't hide their excitement when they heard the words of two giants of the SEAL community about Jacob.
Twitter:
"Mark Owen on Jack Carr's podcast confirming that Jacob is a living legend. The guy is truly superhuman!"
"Hearing Jack Carr talk about Jacob's training is surreal. It sounds like something out of a movie, but it's real!"
Reddit:
User1: "Okay, so it's not just hype. Owen and Carr pretty much confirmed that Jacob is the kind of guy who could be the protagonist of any Carr book."
User2: "Does anyone else think Jacob is still doing things behind the scenes? The way Owen talks about him makes me think he never really left the game."
Meanwhile, at home, Khloé was relaxing on the couch, scrolling through Instagram when she started getting messages from her sisters.
"Khloé, have you seen what they're talking about on Jack Carr's podcast?" — Kim asked, sending the link via WhatsApp.
Curious, Khloé opened the video and was impressed by the way Owen and Carr talked about Jacob. As soon as Jacob entered the room, she paused the video and looked at him with a smile.
— You know you're famous again, right?
Jacob raised an eyebrow, confused.
— What are you talking about now?
Khloé pressed play on the part where Jack Carr talked about Jacob's superhuman training. As soon as the video ended, she looked at him, still smiling.
— They love you.
Jacob laughed softly, shaking his head.
— Carr and Owen are good guys. But that's an exaggeration.
Khloé crossed her arms playfully.
— It doesn't seem like an exaggeration to me. It seems like you really are a legend.
— Khloé, believe me, the last thing I want is to be put on a pedestal. — He sat down next to her. — I did what was necessary, that's all.
She stroked his face in awe.
"And that's why you're so amazing."
Military personnel, both active duty and veteran, continued to discuss Jacob. Many recalled stories about him and shared their experiences.
Veteran 1: "I trained with Jacob in Coronado. Everything they said on the podcast is true. The guy was a monster in terms of endurance and strength, but he never made anyone feel inferior."
Veteran2: "I never worked with him directly, but everyone knew who he was. It wasn't just his physical abilities, but the way he treated people. Pure respect."
Later that night, Jacob stood on the porch of the house he shared with Khloé, looking up at the stars. Khloé joined him, handing him a cup of tea.
"How are you?" she asked, noticing his distant look.
"Just thinking," he replied, taking a sip of his tea. "It's weird to be put in the spotlight for something you did at such a different time in your life."
Khloé put her hand on his shoulder.
"You can't control what people say, but you can control how you respond to it. And from what I see, you always respond with humility.
He smiled, taking her hand.
"You always know what to say, don't you?"
"I only tell the truth."
Jacob sighed, looking up at the stars again.
"At the end of the day, all I want is to live a quiet life. But if my story can inspire someone, then I think it's worth it."
Khloé smiled and hugged him.
"And you do, more than you know."
Together, they stood there in silence, as the world outside continued to talk about the man Jacob was and the impact he left wherever he went.
Chapter 44 – A Workout for Two
It was a sunny morning in Los Angeles, and Khloé Kardashian was especially excited. Wearing a crop top and leggings from her sportswear line, she finished lacing up her sneakers and looked at Jacob, who was adjusting the strap of his backpack. He wore a black tank top that highlighted his defined muscles and gray shorts, ready for the workout.
"Ready to train?" she asked, smiling.
Jacob gave a smirk, the one Khloé loved.
"Always ready. The question is: can you keep up?"
She arched an eyebrow, provocatively.
"Keep up with you? You're the one who won't be able to keep up with me today, Mr. SEAL."
Jacob laughed, shaking his head.
"We'll see, Kardashian."
The couple arrived at a high-end gym, frequented by celebrities and businessmen. Despite being a private space, there were still other people training.
A few furtive glances began to appear when they noticed Jacob and Khloé walking in together. Khloé stopped at the front desk to adjust some details on her file while Jacob waited. He took in the room with a practiced eye.
"You're analyzing everything like it's an operation, aren't you?" Khloé joked as she returned.
Jacob shrugged, still smiling. "Habit. I always like to know what's around me."
They walked over to the free weights area. Khloé grabbed a pair of light dumbbells to start her warm-up, while Jacob opted for a barbell with moderate weights.
"Shall we start with squats?" she suggested.
Jacob nodded. "Okay, but you know I'm going to be strict with your form."
Khloé laughed. "I know. That's why I brought you here."
The two began to train together, and their rapport was evident. Jacob would correct her with a gentle touch on her lower back or shoulder, while Khloé made sure to tease him whenever he increased the weight of the exercises.
"Take it easy, big guy. No need to show off that you're the strongest in the room," she teased as he added more plates to the bar for the bench press.
"This is just a warm-up, Khloé," he replied with a mischievous smile.
When it was her turn to bench press, Jacob stood behind her to help.
"Don't let me drop that, okay," she said, placing her hands on the bar.
"Never. I'm here." He encouraged her as she did the exercise, keeping perfect rhythm.
Between sets, Jacob couldn't resist a little teasing. As Khloé picked up weights for a deadlift, he ran his hand lightly around her waist, sliding it down to her hip.
"Jacob!" she exclaimed, laughing and lightly slapping his arm. "We're in public!" He gave her an innocent smile.
"So what? I'm just helping you with your posture."
Khloé shook her head, still smiling.
"Sure, that's right."
Later, as she was doing squats, he gave her butt a discreet pat.
"Okay, that's what I call perfect form," he said with a smirk.
Khloé glanced at him over her shoulder, feigning indignation.
"Jacob! Behave!"
But she couldn't help but laugh, and the two ended up laughing together, drawing the attention of a few people around.
After an intense workout, they went to the water fountain to hydrate. A young woman approached them shyly.
"Excuse me, Khloé? Can I take a picture with you? I've been a fan of yours forever!"
Khloé smiled warmly.
"Sure!"
Jacob took the young woman's phone to take the picture.
"Ready?" he asked, adjusting the frame.
After taking the photo, the fan looked at Jacob.
"Don't you want to be in the spotlight too?"
He nodded with a polite smile.
"I'd rather stay behind the camera, thanks."
Khloé looked at him with a knowing smile, knowing how much he valued his privacy.
When they finished their workout, Jacob and Khloé sat in a corner to stretch. He looked at her approvingly.
"You did great today."
She arched an eyebrow.
"Isn't that what you always say?"
"Maybe, but I'm serious today. Your stamina has improved a lot."
Khloé smiled, satisfied.
"Well, working out with you has its advantages."
He smiled back.
"It also has its distractions."
She laughed, throwing the towel at him.
"Your fault!"
The two left the gym hand in hand, attracting a few more glances and whispers. It was clear that, in addition to being a loving couple, they were also partners in the truest sense of the word.
Later, as they relaxed at home, Khloé looked at Jacob with a smile.
"You know, working out with you isn't just good for the body. It's good for the heart."
Jacob held her hand, looking into her eyes.
"I would say the same. You make it all worth it."
And with that, their day ended the same way it began: full of companionship, laughter, and love.
Chapter 45 – Jacob's Workout Style
It was a quiet day at Khloé Kardashian and Jacob Ward's house. Khloé was in the kitchen preparing a post-workout smoothie while chatting with her sisters, Kim, Kourtney, Kendall and Kylie. They had come to spend the day together, something that always guaranteed good laughs and memorable moments.
Kim, dressed in a casual outfit, watched Khloé carefully.
"Khloé, you've been so toned lately. Look at those arms and that waist!" She pointed enthusiastically.
Kourtney nodded, resting her chin on her hands.
"That's true. I can tell you've gotten more shaypa. Is your workout different?"
Khloé smiled as she mixed the ingredients in the blender.
"Well, I'd say so. Working out with Jacob has been a game-changer. He's super demanding with technique, so every move counts."
Kendall raised her eyebrows, intrigued.
"Like a military personal trainer?"
Khloé laughed, setting the cups down on the counter to serve her sisters.
"Not really, but he definitely takes it seriously. And honestly, it works really well. I feel stronger and more toned than I've ever been."
Kylie took a sip of her smoothie and looked at Khloé.
"Would he be up for training us too? I mean, if it's that good, it's worth a try."
Kourtney nodded.
"I'm up for it. But does he go hard? Because if it's something crazy, I'm out."
Khloé smiled and tilted her head.
"He goes hard, but he knows how to adjust to each person's level. I think you'll love it."
Two days later, Khloé informed Jacob that the sisters were interested in joining one of her workouts. He was sitting on the couch going through some files on his laptop when Khloé walked into the room with a mischievous smile.
"So, honey, my sisters want to train with you."
Jacob looked up at her, surprised, but with a smile on his face.
"All of them?"
Khloé laughed.
"All of them. Well, maybe except Kim, depending on how she feels that day."
Jacob closed his laptop and crossed his arms.
"I have no problem with that, but let me know that I'm going to demand dedication. Don't give up halfway through."
Khloé nodded, taking his hand.
"They're excited, and I think it'll be fun."
The workout was scheduled at a private gym, ensuring that they had all the space they needed. The Kardashian-Jenner sisters arrived together, dressed in stylish workout clothes, each showing off their own unique style.
Jacob was already in the gym adjusting the equipment. He wore a black tank top and shorts, which made the sisters quietly comment on how intimidating yet impressive he looked.
"Good morning, ladies!" he greeted with a smile. "Ready for the workout?"
Kourtney, with a playful tone, replied:
— It depends. Will we survive?
Jacob laughed.
— Let's start slowly and see how you do.
Jacob began with a brief explanation about the importance of technique, posture and breathing during the exercises. The sisters listened attentively, but couldn't resist a few jokes.
— You sound like a military academy teacher — Kendall commented.
— Because, technically, I was one — Jacob replied with an ironic smile.
The training began with a warm-up, followed by basic exercises such as squats and adapted push-ups. Jacob corrected each one's posture patiently, but without giving up seriousness.
— Kourtney, keep your spine straight. Kendall, don't forget to breathe on the way down. Kylie, great job, but try to go a little lower on the squats.
Kim, who had decided to participate, watched with a mixture of curiosity and tiredness.
— Is this just the beginning? — she asked, breathless.
Jacob smiled.
"Just warming up."
As the workout progressed, the sisters began to feel the strain, but the mood was light, full of laughter and funny comments.
"Jacob, you're a sadist!" Kylie exclaimed as she did a series of planks.
"Thank you, I'll take that as a compliment," he replied with a smile.
Kourtney, who was trying to keep up with a series of burpees, stopped to catch her breath.
"How do you train like this every day?"
Khloé, who was doing the exercises next to them, laughed.
"Because he's a machine. I told you it would be intense."
Despite the difficulties, they all continued until the end, encouraged by Jacob and Khloé.
After almost an hour and a half, Jacob ended the workout with a guided stretch. The sisters were exhausted, but satisfied.
— It was painful, but I have to admit I feel amazing, — Kendall commented.
— Even though I'm exhausted, I feel like I worked muscles I didn't even know existed, — Kylie added.
Kim looked at Jacob with a look of renewed respect.
— You're good at this. I think we should officially hire you as our personal trainer.
Jacob laughed.
— I'll consider it.
Kourtney, still stretching, turned to Khloé.
— You're really lucky. He's great at this, not to mention that working out together must be good for your relationship.
Khloé smiled, pleased.
"Yeah, working out with him is amazing. Plus, I feel so much stronger and more confident."
As they left the gym, the sisters thanked Jacob and talked to each other about how challenging but rewarding the workout had been.
"Can we do it again?" Kylie asked, looking at Khloé and Jacob.
Jacob shrugged with a smile.
"Sure, but only if you're really committed."
Kim made a dramatic gesture.
"I'm in, but next time, I want a longer break between sets."
Khloé looked at Jacob fondly as the sisters discussed the details of the next workout. She knew that, in addition to helping her stay in shape, Jacob was positively impacting the people around him. This was further proof that he was truly one of a kind.
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