Chapter 41: Going, Going, Sold

*Valeria*

How the hell was I going to get myself out of this mess?

The room was dark, and for the first time, I truly worried about Dominic finding me. I knew that he would save me, I had every faith, but moving again would only hinder him.

And with the baby growing in my belly, I didn't know how much time I would have left.

Baby…in my belly.

Even though I knew the truth of the witch's words, the news was still shocking. At every chance I got, I noticed my hand drifting to rub softly over my belly. If I hadn't been going through the worst and most stressful time of my life I probably would have realized sooner.

And now, it might be too late: I might get sold soon…

It has to be better than Declan, I told myself repeatedly to get myself through it. Anyone had to be better than Declan…for one thing, they wouldn't have the same personal vendettas against me. Maybe his selling me would be for the best.

I didn't believe my thoughts, but they were the only thing keeping me going at th