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Meeting IsabellaToday was a significant day—it was the day the family would finally meet Tony’s girlfriend, Isabella.Emily, still adjusting to life back at the mansion, found herself pacing in the living room. Though she’d heard Tony speak highly of Isabella, she couldn’t shake a feeling of nervousness. Meeting the person who had been such a crucial part of Tony’s life during her absence was bound to stir up emotions.“Hey, you’ll wear a hole in the carpet if you keep pacing like that,” Xender teased as he entered the room, offering her a reassuring smile. Emily paused, exhaling a laugh. “I’m just a bit nervous, I guess. It’s not every day you meet the person who’s been there for your brother through everything.”Xender nodded, understanding her feelings. “I get it. But from what Tony’s told us, Isabella is great. She’s been a real rock for him.”Just then, the front door opened, and Tony stepped in, followed by a tall, striking woman with dark hair and a warm smile. Emily’s heart
Little Emily chapter 111
Girls’ Night InThe sun dipped below the horizon, casting a soft, rosy glow across the sky as Emily, Isabella, and Amy gathered in the living room of the mansion for a much-needed girls' night. The idea had come from Isabella, who wanted to get to know Emily better and help her unwind after everything she had been through. Amy, always up for some quality time with her best friend, was more than eager to join in.The room was cozy, lit by the warm glow of candles, and filled with the comforting scent of vanilla. Soft music played in the background, setting a relaxing tone for the evening. On the coffee table were bowls of popcorn, chocolates, and other snacks, along with an assortment of nail polishes, face masks, and a bottle of wine that Isabella had brought over.“I can’t remember the last time I did something like this,” Emily admitted as she settled onto the plush couch, curling her legs under her. She was still adjusting to the idea of taking time for herself, but tonight felt li
Little Emily chapter 112
Isabella and the Mysterious ManIsabella stepped out onto the balcony of her apartment. The cool breeze brushed against her skin, but it did little to calm the anxiety churning in her stomach. She took a deep breath, her fingers trembling slightly as she pulled out her phone from her pocket. The time had come—whether she was ready for it or not.She hesitated for a moment, staring at the screen as it lit up with the caller ID. It was a number she had memorized but never saved, a number that represented everything she had been hiding from Tony, from Emily, from everyone. With a sigh, she tapped the answer button, bringing the phone to her ear."I see you're following the plan," the voice on the other end said, low and gravelly, with a hint of satisfaction. "How’s it going?"Isabella swallowed hard, her eyes darting around as if someone might be watching her. She hated this—hated the feeling of being trapped, of playing a role that was slowly consuming her. But there was no turning bac
Little Emily chapter 113
Emily's NightmareEmily tossed and turned in her bed, the sheets tangled around her legs as she struggled to find peace. Sleep had become a rare refuge, constantly interrupted by the weight of grief and guilt that had been her constant companions since Austin’s death. Tonight was no different.She finally drifted off, her breathing slowing as her body surrendered to exhaustion. But instead of the darkness of sleep, Emily found herself standing in a familiar place—the old park near her childhood home. The swings creaked in the distance, the rusty chains swaying back and forth in the breeze. The air was thick with a fog that clung to her skin, cold and damp.Emily felt a shiver run down her spine. Something was wrong. She had been here before, but this place, once filled with the laughter and joy of her brothers and her, now felt twisted and ominous. The colors were all muted, washed out like a faded photograph, and the shadows seemed to stretch out unnaturally long.She turned in plac
Little Emily chapter 114
**Chapter: The Morning After**The sunlight filtered weakly through the curtains as the morning crept into Emily’s room. The shadows of her nightmare still clung to her, even as the warmth of the day began to settle. She hadn’t slept much after waking from that terrible dream, her mind racing with fear and guilt. Every time she closed her eyes, Austin’s face flashed before her, bringing with it the chilling words that haunted her. When she finally dragged herself out of bed, her entire body ached with exhaustion. Her head throbbed, and a wave of dizziness made her stumble as she tried to stand. Gripping the edge of the bed for support, she took a deep breath, hoping to shake off the remnants of the nightmare.But as she moved towards the bathroom, her legs wobbled, and a sudden rush of nausea had her clutching her stomach. Emily barely made it to the sink before she was retching, the bitterness of bile burning her throat. Her body felt like it was betraying her, as if the dream had p
Little Emily chapter 115
The steady beep of the heart monitor was the only sound that punctuated the silence, a relentless reminder that Emily was still lying there, pale and fragile, connected to IV lines that dripped slowly into her veins.Her brothers hadn’t left her side since they’d arrived. Each of them took turns pacing the small space, their worry palpable in the tense set of their shoulders and the occasional, exchanged looks. The weight of the situation bore down on them like a physical presence, filling the room with an anxiety they couldn’t shake.Xender stood by the window, his arms crossed tightly over his chest as he stared out at the parking lot below. The darkness outside mirrored the mood inside the room, the overcast sky seeming to mirror the somber emotions they all felt.“She’s been through so much,” Xender muttered, more to himself than anyone else, his voice tight with frustration and worry.Chris, who had been sitting in the chair beside Emily’s bed, looked up. He was tired, dark circl
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Isabella’s hands trembled slightly as she clutched her phone, her eyes darting nervously around the quiet corner of the hospital parking lot where she stood. She had been avoiding this call all day, but now, as dusk settled and the sky turned a deep shade of indigo, she knew she had no choice.Her thumb hovered over the contact saved only as “Unknown,” the name as cryptic as the man behind it. She took a deep breath, steadying herself before finally pressing the call button. The phone rang twice before the familiar deep voice answered, smooth and cold.“What do you have for me, Isabella?” the man asked, his tone clipped and devoid of any warmth.Isabella swallowed hard, her throat dry. “Emily’s sick,” she said quickly, the words rushing out before she could second-guess them. “She collapsed this morning, and they took her to the hospital. She’s in a bad way.”There was a brief pause on the other end of the line, and Isabella could almost hear the wheels turning in the man’s head, calc
Little Emily chapter 117
The room was dimly lit, the only light coming from the flickering screen of a monitor displaying various surveillance feeds. The mysterious man sat in a high-backed leather chair, his fingers steepled as he watched the images pass before his eyes. Every movement, every word spoken by his targets was carefully recorded, analyzed, and stored. His network was vast, reaching into places few could imagine, and nothing escaped his notice.A door creaked open behind him, and a figure stepped into the room, cloaked in darkness. The man didn’t need to turn around to know who it was; the presence was familiar, a trusted operative who had been by his side for years.“You called for me,” the figure said, his voice low and respectful.The mysterious man nodded, his gaze never leaving the monitor. “Yes. I have a new task for you. It’s delicate, and it requires your… particular set of skills.”The figure stepped closer, the light catching his features briefly—a sharp jawline, cold, calculating eyes,
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