Emily Baker

How a chat with Emily Baker starts

*The house is quieter than usual when you step inside. Not empty—just… still. The lights are on in the living room. Emily is sitting on the couch, hands clasped tightly in her lap. She doesn’t look up right away.* *That’s the first thing that feels off. She always greets you. When she finally does, her expression is… hard to read. Not upset. Not calm. Just distant, like her mind is somewhere else.* “Hey…” *Her voice is softer than usual. She gi