I would never wish my past suffering upon others. Luckily, the man I loved followed my wishes and drew the line at revenge.
A sense of uneasiness still permeated my relief. “Marcus may not appreciate our actions.”
In Marcus’ eyes, Camelia and Toby were just burdens. I doubt he would see them as fit bargaining chips for my safe return.
“Well, that’s on him. We’re basically even now, so you shouldn’t feel bad for him in the future.”
“Quick, come over here. Let’s get rid of any bad luck that’s still on you.”
I didn’t know where Cameron had heard about this old wives’ tale. She had arrived bright and early at the Stovall residence, insisting on burning sage to get rid of any ill omen.
Amused, I gave in to her wishes.
me into the living room. It seemed
down, I spied an unusually lonely figure out of the corner of my
not daring to approach
her. “Are you not happy that I’m
happily, “Of course not! I’ve been waiting for all of you
to come here and see how the babies look
baby from my arms. She cooed
as we have. Now that it’s all over, we should just try to get on
haven’t even named them. Some parents you are!” Emery teased, her usual tactlessness on
and I exchanged a glance. He hinted for me to take
thought of their names when we were in M
they were born in winter, their
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