Chapter 66

• Julie paced around the Barrett mansion's expansive living room, every step echoing off the polished marble floors. Emily watched her, a look of concern etched on her face as she remained seated, her eyes following Julie’s every move.
• Julie had been restless ever since she learned that her brother was discharged from the hospital and was living with Candice in his penthouse. They had all moved back into the mansion after Charles’s death – even Justin and Damon were staying there now, to help support Julie and Raven. Emily spent most nights and having everyone nearby when things were so terrible, when her brother was so distant, helped give Julie comfort. But, knowing that Mason hadn’t even told any of them before he was discharged, meant comfort was not something she felt often.
• "Jules," Emily finally spoke, her voice gentle. "This stress isn’t helping you. I know you’re worried about Mason but you have to try and trust that he’ll recover himself – and his memory – soon. In the meantime, you have to take care of yourself. You’ve barely slept or eaten anything since yesterday. You need to rest, you’re no good to anyone if you burn out. Mason is safe, Candice doesn’t seem like she wants to hurt him."