16. Finding Daddy

Sophia's fear was unmistakable, a chilling grip on her racing heart as she clung to the couch for support. The discomfort in her abdomen seemed to grow more intense with each passing second, a stark reminder of a painful incident from years past.

Just recently, she found out their lives might not be as safe as she had always expected, and now this-

"It's been three hours," she murmured, her voice quivering with anxiety. "Three hours. Anything could happen in three hours. In three hours— my babies" Her thoughts were spiraling out of control, and emotions becoming increasingly difficult to rein in.

"I'm sure they'll be okay. Let's try to stay positive," Olivia tried to reassure, although her fears gnawed at her.

Sophia was usually composed, but when it came to her children, her composure crumbled and her thoughts became muddled up that it was hard to stay sane.

In her rush, Sophia clutched her phone with trembling hands, its cool surface providing little reassurance. As she paced aroun