August's POV

The day had been a complete mess, a blur of voices and arguments. Even after things finally seemed to calm down, with Isaac taking care of Diana, I couldn't bring myself to go home. I had no desire to face the loneliness of my own house.

I picked up my phone again, even though I knew it wouldn't make a difference. No new messages. No missed calls. Isabelle. If she answered, it would only be to talk about my sister, nothing more. The hospital had brought us closer, forcing us to