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Chapter 25

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** Shadows of Deception**

The house was eerily quiet after Rachel’s unexpected arrival. The tension was palpable, thickening the air as Michael and Isabelle sat across from her in the living room. Rachel’s serious expression had both of them on edge.

“Rachel,” Michael said impatiently, “just say what you came here to say.”

Rachel leaned forward, her elbows resting on her knees. “I wasn’t planning to get involved, but you need to know the truth, Michael. I overheard something at the hospital. Something that concerns your family.”

Michael’s eyes narrowed. “What are you talking about?”

Rachel took a deep breath, as if bracing herself. “There’s a rumor circulating among the staff. Someone’s been digging into your private life—your marriage, Isabelle’s pregnancy. And whoever it is, they’ve been talking to the board about it.”

Isabelle froze, her hands gripping the armrest tightly. “What? Why would someone do that?”

Rachel glanced at her, sympathy flickering in her eyes. “I don’t know, but
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