Heal (7)

I didn't ask my parents to change schools.

And my diary is my only place where I can pour out all of my feelings.

".... Liliana?"

Mom's words brought me back to reality and my eyes widened, lifting my head to meet her gaze.

"Yes?"

"Well, you've been quiet. Is there something wrong? Do you still feel nervous after weeks of not going to school?"

Hearing her worried words and painful expressions seems ironic to me.

I'm not nervous about going to school. It was more that I was scared of Willem.

(What will happen to me? Will I get beaten?)

School will start tomorrow and it seems that I'm not in my best condition.

"But dear, you're still refusing to visit Viola's funeral. Is there something wrong?"

Dad asked with a raised eyebrows, but mom smiled warmly at me.

"She needs time. I'm sure you'll be alright."

(... Ha.)