Brenda’s heart sank as she pressed further. “Did Stacey say anything about this person? Anything at all?” Emma’s reply was vague but unsettling. “Not really. Just that they’re kind of helping her with something. But she’s been really quiet about it. It’s weird.”
The ominous phrase “older friend” echoed in Brenda’s mind long after the call ended. Who was this person? How old were they? The lack of details gnawed at her. Had this person manipulated Stacey into something dangerous? Was this why Stacey was too scared to reveal the truth?