James stared at Lauren, his silence a heavy, unyielding barrier.
Under the frosty weight of his glare, Lauren bit back her words, her eyes flicking between James and Anna, scrutinizing them.
Marvin's condition had taken a dire turn. The private doctor rushed through his assessment, and with Drake's help, they swiftly wheeled Marvin out to the waiting ambulance.
Helen trailed after them, her steps quick and anxious. When she saw James and Anna still loitering in the living room, she jabbed a finger in their direction, her voice sharp with accusation. "This is all on you two! If Marvin takes a turn for the worse, you'll have hell to pay!"
With that, Helen spun on her heel and rushed after the others.
James finally moved, stepping outside with deliberate calm.
Anna made to follow him, b
