CHAPTER 55: Romantic encounter

　　Rachel and Emily slipped out of the house quietly, their steps measured, as though the weight of their secret plans dictated their movements. The cool morning air filled their lungs, but neither woman spoke as they walked down the path leading away from the estate. Emily's mind was swirling with doubts, her heart pounding with the intensity of what they were about to do. Rachel, on the other hand, appeared calm, her eyes focused and her lips curled into a small secretive smile.

　　Emily finally broke the silence, her voice hesitant. "Rachel, are you sure this is the right thing to do? I mean... what if John finds out?"

　　Rachel glanced sideways at her, her expression never faltering. "John won't find out. Not unless you tell him, Emily and you won't do that, will you?"

　　Emily swallowed hard, her throat dry. "No, I won't." She responded.