Emily couldn't sleep all night, even though exhaustion crept over her, the cold metal bars surrounding her cell felt like a never-ending trap. Rachel's mess had gotten her into this mess, and Alexander had seen it all. The thought of facing him made her stomach churn.
The next morning, Rachel spoke up, breaking the silence, "I'm sorry, Em. I shouldn't have dragged you into this."
Emily gave her a weak smile. "It's okay, Rachel. You're my friend. I would have done it anyway."
Rachel's smile was bittersweet. "Well, at least your baby gets to experience the inside of a jail cell." They both laughed, but Emily's heart was heavy.
A police officer walked in and called out Emily's name. "Emily Nabilo?"
Emily stood up and tightly held Rachel's hand. "Yes?"
The officer opened the cell and mot
