Shayna
I could feel the stares of others around us catching on the scene that was slowly building. Pain was starting to build in my chest as I remembered all the memories. Of events just like this, where I was undermined and belittled. Where my wrists were gripped too hard, or my sides were pinched too tight in order to keep me in line. I never stood straight enough, never spoke poised enough. I never carried myself with an elegance worthy of their time or affection. Those times are done now. I was stronger and the pain that I went through then? It was all worth it to have the life I do now. It was worth it to have the strength I carry with me now.
I stood tall by Levis' side as I watched my father's throat bob with a nervous swallow. The threatening tone Levi spoke with while carrying
