As the days passed and Caroline’s stories about Anna became more frequent, John found himself growing uneasy. Each day, Caroline had a new story to tell, each more detailed than the last. It was unlike anything he had ever heard from her before.
John’s concern deepened, and he decided it was time to share his worries with Emily. But when he brought it up, Emily merely laughed, dismissing his fears. “How could you even think this is real, John?” she asked, amused.