CHAPTER 407

"Valerie...why are you here?" Declan's voice was low, tinged with frustration as he ran a hand through his hair.

"You disconnected my call. I tried reaching you, over and over, but you weren't answering, and I... I thought something happened to you."

Her words faltered, and her gaze drifted toward the couch, where Serena sat wrapped in a throw, her head slightly tilted, her eyes locked onto Valeri