CHAPTER 42

"Ruby." Uncle Tobias says quietly from behind me. Thick tension fills the air and I breathe heavily, my chest rising and falling. No-one speaks for several minutes and I know my face is the definition of anger and frustration. "It's been a long day. Why don't we all go and get some rest and come back tomorrow?" Woody suggests, taking a step forward. I turn to look at him and his dark eyes soften as they connect with mine. Instantly I nod my head, murmuring in agreement. I turn around, resting...