CHAPTER 60: The Plot Thickens

　　Rachel's eyes drifted toward the ceiling, her mind racing with thoughts of Isabelle's growing influence. She couldn't shake off the feeling that Isabelle's ambitions threatened her own future.

　　In her room, Rachel sat amidst the silence, her thoughts consumed by the concern about bringing Isabelle down before her power grew unchecked. Rachel's brow furrowed and her eyes narrowed as she contemplated her next move but as the night wore on she cautioned herself against hasty actions.

　　Rachel thought about consulting Emily and they should plan together but she couldn't risk arousing suspicion.

　　"I'll reach out to her tomorrow," Rachel decided, pushing aside her urgency.

　　… ….

　　The next morning as early as 4am before the household stirred, Rachel slipped into Emily's room, her mind was heavy with the thought about the previous night and she touched Emily gently not wanting to make her scared of her sudden appearance.