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Heat rose to Isabelle\u2019s cheeks. Around her, a few people in the waiting area shifted uncomfortably. Some avoided her gaze. No one spoke up.<\/p>\n

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She lowered herself into a chair, clutching her abdomen. The cramps grew sharper, more insistent. Twenty minutes dragged by like an eternity. Finally, unable to sit still, she forced herself to stand again and return to the desk.<\/p>\n

\u201cPlease,\u201d she whispered, her voice trembling. \u201cIt\u2019s worse now. I need help.\u201d<\/p>\n

Brenda\u2019s expression hardened. \u201cThat\u2019s enough. If you keep bothering me, I\u2019ll call security.\u201d<\/p>\n

Isabelle blinked. She had not raised her voice, had not caused a scene. Fear and confusion churned inside her, but before she could respond, Brenda picked up the phone. Her words carried across the reception: \u201cI\u2019m calling the police.\u201d<\/p>\n

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