He Was Trying to Put the Pieces Together
Dr. Collins took mental note of every word, his internal alarm bells growing louder. The age difference, the overbearing presence, and Sarah’s anxious behavior formed a picture he couldn’t ignore. Something about Alex’s role in this pregnancy felt off—like Sarah had been watched, maybe even manipulated.

Though she hadn’t explicitly said anything alarming, her tone and expressions said more than words ever could. Collins knew he had to stay vigilant. He was no longer just her doctor; he might be the only one paying attention to signs that something wasn’t right. And Sarah’s safety could depend on it.
