Five minutes have passed since Doctor Robert and Nine left the room. Now, this office feels like a cemetery, so quiet and eerie.
Somehow, Scarlett can't speak even though she wants to share things with Xander. Her mind is distracted by her father's poor health, which she learned about from a medical report sent by Max.
Despite her deep trust in Brother Nine's ability, worries still linger, and all she can do is silently sigh while praying in her heart.
...
Xander knows Scarlett is nervous. He squeezes her hand several times to calm her, and it works for a while, but her anxiety returns. He tries to change the vibe, asking about her plans after finding her mother.
"Babe, what will you do after finding your mother?" Xander asks, looking into her eyes.
