CHAPTER 458: STEADFAST STRENGTH

Juliana stood at the front desk of her wellness center, her eyes scanning the bustling activity. Clients moved in and out of treatment rooms, the air filled with the soothing sounds of soft music and the faint aroma of essential oils. It was a sanctuary she had worked hard to create, a place of healing and peace. But today, a shadow hung over the center. Her phone buzzed on the desk, and she picked it up, her heart sinking as she read the message from one of her staff members. "Juliana, it's Emily. I've been attacked. I'm at the hospital." Juliana's hands trembled, but she quickly steadied herself. She called Jeremy, her head of security, who was already on his way to the hospital. "I'm going to see Emily," she said. "Meet me there." "On it," Jeremy replied, his voice tense but reassuring. "We'll get to the bottom of this." Juliana grabbed her keys and rushed out the door, her mind racing. This was the second attack on her center, but this time, it was personal. Someone had hurt he