CHAPTER TWENTY FIVE

Duncan's phone rang suddenly, interrupting the tense moment in his study. He quickly answered it.

"Lisa?" he answered, voice tight with worry. "What is wrong?"

Leaning forward, Andrew tried to make out the terrified voice on the other end.

"Slow down, Lisa," Duncan pushed, his knuckles turning white over the receiver.

"Are you hurt?... Okay, stay where you are. I'm coming right now."

He leaped to his feet, almost toppling his chair. "Andrew, with me. Now."

As they rushed towards the door, Hailey's voice rang out, confusion and frustration evident. "Wait! What's happening? Duncan, is this about Lisa? Is she really pregnant?"

Duncan hesitated for a split second, his eyes meeting Hailey's. "Hailey, I...I can't explain now. We'll talk when I get back."

"Duncan!" Hailey called after them, her voice cracking. "Answer me! What's going on here?"

But they were already gone, leaving Hailey alone with her unanswered questions and the echo of the slamming door.

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