Marcus' POV
I was staring at a sleeping Maria. She looked so pale and fragile. Why did she not tell me she was pregnant? Or did she know? I feel like I've lost ten years of my life after what happened, and I could have lost them both. I held Maria's hand and kissed it gently.
Samuel and Arturo were outside talking to Detective Davies. The police brought Bridgette and Karen to the station for custody, and they'll be facing multiple criminal charges and won't be allowed to bail. I guess Amelia has to postpone the thanksgiving dinner.
I'm sure she wouldn't mind, as long as Maria and the kids are safe, that's enough to be thankful for this year. Maria stirred and slowly opened her eyes. When she focused her sight on me, she smiled weakly, and tears flooded her eyes.
" Marcus," she whispere
