I was drowning in Damien’s honeyed words, lashing out with such cruel words to hurt them.
They moved abroad in utter disappointment.
Yet when they learned of my plight back home, their fury warred with aching hearts.
The plane landing on this desolate island was their doing
A desperate plan to shield me from Damien’s reach.
Mother’s eyes blazed with a storm of anger and sorrow the moment she saw me.
Vivienne, you've lost weight."
After returning home, she saw me remove my wig and noticed the scars on my arms where I had scratched through the skin.
She completely broke down in tears.
Due to the side effects of the special medication, I'd lost most of my hair in just a few days.
My body was constantly breaking out in rashes, tormenting me day and night, and I couldn't help but scratch my skin raw.
I wiped away my mom's tears.
"Mom, I'm back safe and sound, aren't I?"
"From now on, I'll be good and listen to you both. I won't go anywhere."