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Elef felt a mixture of frustration and concern. Spencer's calm demeanor contrasted sharply with her own emotional turmoil. His touch on her hands and the reassurance in his voice were meant to soothe her, but Elef couldn't shake off the weight of the situation.

"How can you be so calm? Myrtle is making a decision that will haunt her. She's like a sister to us, and we should be doing everything to help her, not stand by and watch her make a mistake," Elef whispered, her eyes searching Spencer's face for any sign of shared distress.

Spencer sighed, his gaze steady as he met Elef's eyes. "I understand, Elef. I care about Myrtle too, but I also respect her choices. It's her life, and she has to decide what's best for her. Pressuring her or making her feel guilty won't help."

Elef's frustration bubbled up, her voice edged with exasperation. "But what if it's not the best choice? What if she regrets it for the rest of her life?" Elef's eyes teared up.