Emily's POV
The cold hospital corridor felt like it stretched on forever as I walked away to answer Reuben's call. His name flashing on my screen used to bring a smile to my face.
But since I found out that he was sneaking on my friend with Ethan, I somehow began to agree with the Frost family that he was up to no good.
Now, his call only made my stomach twist with unease.
I pressed the phone to my ear, bracing myself.
“Reuben,” I said softly. “What’s up?”
His voice, casual and unconcerned, came through the line. “Hey, babe. So, uh, can you send me some money? I… kinda ran out.”
For a moment, I was silent, the words sinking in. My chest tightened, not with surprise—I’d heard this request too many times before—but with a growing ache.
“Money?” I repeated, my voice steady despite
