Chapter 32: The Unexpected Arrival

Emily's heart was racing as she listened to the footsteps getting closer and closer. She felt a sense of dread wash over her, as if she knew that whoever was coming was not going to be friendly.

Jack seemed to sense her fear, and he moved quickly to her side. "Don't worry, Emily," he whispered. "I've got your back."

But before Jack could do anything, the door to the room burst open and a figure strode in.

It was a woman, tall and imposing, with a stern expression on her face. Emily didn't recognize her, but there was something about her that seemed familiar.

"Ah, Rachel," the woman said, her eyes scanning the room. "I see you've been busy."

Rachel stepped forward, a look of deference on her face. "Director Thompson," she said. "I wasn't expecting you."

Director Thompson's eyes narrowed. "I'm sure you weren't," she said. "But I've received some disturbing reports about what's been going on here.