Chapter 7

Grace: [Emma sent a voice note last night. Her mom is dizzy and wants a check-up in the city. She asked if I knew any doctors. I didn't dare reply.]

Ethan: [If you reply, she'll haunt you. I told Alex; he said she should handle it herself and not disrupt our current rhythm.]

Grace: [What if something goes wrong because of the delay?]

Ethan: [You're overthinking it. It's their family issue, not ours. Focus on Alex; don't let her drag you down.]

"It's their family issue, not ours."

Alex's throat worked, a metallic taste rising. He swallowed it down, his…