~Sophia~
I turn to my side and let my eyes adjust to the brightness coming in from outside. I was brought to my new home in a rush, and I went straight to bed. The day had been too much on my emotions. I never thought my 18th birthday would be such a clusterfuck.
I roll onto my back and stare up at the ceiling. I'm so lost right now. I wish I could leave all this behind and live life on my own terms. The thought of my mom being healthy enters my mind, and I'm immediately reminded why I did what I did.
The bedroom door flies open, and the scent of heavy perfume, along with liquor, practically chokes me. I scramble up and lean against my headboard. Nathaniel stumbles into the room, and I pull the covers up higher on my body. I just remember this is his room, or our room, as they t
