Isabelle's unease intensified as the front door closed behind John, Rachel, and Rebecca. She was left alone with Emily, the silence between them oppressive. Emily's gaze locked onto hers, her eyes sparkling with an unnerving intensity.
"Feeling better?" she asked, her tone laced with concern.
Isabelle shook her head, her dark hair rustling against her shoulders.
"No, I think I need to see a doctor." She responded.
Emily's smile was instantaneous, her eyes looked so worried. "I'll take you to the hospital. Let's get you checked out."
Isabelle nodded, her mind racing with worst case scenarios.
As they prepared to leave, Emily excused herself, stepping into the foyer. She pulled out her phone and dialed a number, her eyes darting toward the door to ensure Isabelle wasn't watching.
"Alex," Emily whispered, her voice barely audible.
Alex's voice was low and gravelly on the other end.
"What's the update?" He asked, his gaze turned to worriedness.