*****Hailey*****
“1...2,” Ben counted, his voice filled with anger and frustration. I knew that I had to stand my ground and protect my children at all costs. “….3..,”
“Stop… I will come with you; just please don’t harm the kids,” I pleaded, hoping to diffuse the situation before it escalated any further. Ben’s expression softened slightly, but I knew that this was only the beginning of a long and difficult journey ahead. I knew that I would do whatever it takes to protect my children at all costs.
Ben smirks, pulling my body to his, whispering in my ear, “Good decision.“ His breath tickled my skin as I shivered in fear and uncertainty. “Let go,“ he said softly, his grip tightening on my arm as he led me away from my children. I knew then that I had to stay strong and find a way to esca
