Chapter 53: Is There More to Rachel

Alexander drove home, his thoughts swirling with the events of the day. Rachel’s sudden disappearance weighed heavily on his mind. As he pulled into the driveway, he couldn’t shake the feeling that something was terribly wrong. The sight of her home in disarray and the portrait of his parents still lingered, unsettling him. He needed to talk to Emma, to figure out their next move. He parked the car and entered the house. The familiar warmth of home did little to ease his concerns. As he walked into the living room, Emma was there, pacing nervously. “Did you find her?” Emma asked the moment she saw him. Alexander shook his head. “No, but something’s off, Emma. Her place was a mess, and her phone was just lying there. I’ve got it with me. I couldn’t find any signs of where she might have gone.” Emma’s face fell. “This is bad, Alex. Rachel wouldn’t just leave like that. Not without telling us. Especially not now, when we need her the most.” “I know,” Alexander replied, running a hand