The harmonious atmosphere was interrupted when a low grunt came from the back. It wasn't too loud but loud enough for everyone to stop and look back. Ella, who had fallen behind at some point, was down on the ground, holding her ankle.
"What happened?" Raymond asked, moving closer to her to inspect.
"I stumbled on that rock and twisted my ankle."
It did look painful. Juliette straightened up to see it clearly but she was afraid to move more in case Marvin was troubled. Marvin saw that Juliette was curious and walked over carefully.
"Ella, are you okay?" Juliette pretended to care.
Ella's forehead was dotted with sweat and furrowed in discomfort. She was obviously not okay and Juliette's harmless care jabbed at her heart.
"My ankle got twisted," Ella repeated.
"Oh, how are you
