Chapter 187: When the Ball Drops

Emily paced back and forth in her apartment, her mind racing with worry. She couldn't shake the feeling that something was wrong with Lisa. With a determined look, she grabbed her phone and dialed Lisa's number, her heart pounding in her chest. As Emily paced her apartment, her thoughts spiraled with concern for Lisa. Cancer had given her a new perspective, making her more attuned to the well-being of her family, including her sister-in-law. With trembling hands, she reached for her phone and dialed Lisa's number, her heart fluttering with apprehension. After a few rings, Lisa's voice echoed through the line, filled with warmth but tinged with fatigue. "Hey, Em, what's up?" She greeted me. "Hey, Lisa," Emily replied, trying to keep her voice steady despite the knot of worry tightening in her chest. "I was just thinking about you and wanted to check in. Is everything okay?" There was a brief pause on the other end of the line, and Emily held her breath, waiting for Lisa's re