267: Hidden Visits and Unspoken Bonds

Emma, feeling more confined than convalescent in the hospital bed, was idly scrolling through her phone when she heard the door creak open. Expecting the familiar face of her brother, she casually remarked without looking up, "Brother, have you seen the nonsense they're spreading about me online? What's the plan to quash these rumors? And what about Big Brother, any word on his moves or potential collaborations?" However, the response that floated back to her was unexpected, carrying a familiar yet surprising tone. "Actually, your brothers suspect there's more to this incident than just Bella acting alone. They're digging deeper to find the hidden hands," Alex’s voice, not her brother’s as she anticipated, filled the room with a presence she hadn't felt since the rooftop ordeal. Emma's surprise was palpable as she turned to face him, her eyes widening at the sight of Alex. "How did you get in here? The fortress my brothers have built around me seemed impenetrable," she quipped,