A Worthless Plea

Clara's mind reeled. How could she have wanted to kill Lila? Clenching her fists, the urge to lash out at the child in Lila's womb felt alien. When did she become so vicious? Before she could voice her confusion, Lila threw herself into Declan's arms, sobbing. "Declan, Clara tried to kill me! Not only did she threaten my baby, but she tried to strangle me!"

Declan's brow furrowed, fury simmering i