Mara's pain was not because of Martin's harsh words alone.
A greater part of her pain was directed at Sabrina. She smiled but it was a bitter one.
The only way to keep Sabrina away from Martin was to kill either of them and Mara was not ready to lose Martin, which meant that Sabrina must go to an early grave.
"Martin, I'm sorry. I was just afraid that you would no longer have time for me if she came into our lives, just as you are doing now."
Martin was irritated and had no desire to comfort her. Riding to his feet, he spoke in annoyance,
"Let me get some painkillers and freshen up. I need to plan my next move. As soon as I get her over, we shall leave immediately."
"Okay," Mara nodded her head and said, as an evil intent crossed her mind.
***
At the party, Robin was moving things to a close but people were still sending Sabrina gifts. He did not allow her to touch any of them, leaving them in the hands of a trusted waiter.
