My body shivered with the amount of fear and uncertainty I felt being so close and unprotected in the presence of the Domartels . Not just one , but all three of them , stood in front of a black SUV with their hands crossed . Their expressions were completely blank and mysterious . I could not bring myself to look at Marco and nearly screamed when he held my arm firmly . I wanted to laugh at that . If he thought I was going to run away , he would unmistakabley wrong . I had no way out from here . If I even attempted an escape , I doubt that I would get very far before I was shot dead . Marco nudged me forward but my legs shook above the dry soil and I nearly tripped over . I heard him swear under his breath as he steadied me again and tried to push me forward . This time , I willed my le