Chapter 57

Amelia

My head lolls back against the edge of the tub as I slide under the bubbles and I let my eyes close placing a protective hand over my belly “It’s okay now little one you’ll be safe” my eyes spring open in surprise as I feel a little foot kick against my hand. What the hell! It’s too early, this baby is growing quicker than any of the pregnancies I have monitored.

Even in my shock there is something comforting in feeling the baby move, knowing that what we have been through hasn’t damaged the little one. A gentle knock distracts me and I look round to see a smiling Giovanna return. A ruby filled glass in one hand and a white bundle in her other. “Some nourishment and something comfortable for when you are ready” I smile at her in return “Thank you so much” She places the glass in my hand “Come down to the kitchen when you are ready I’m cooking a feast” she gives me a wink and then leaves me in peace once more.

I gulp down the blood greedily and it feels like t