It seemed inconceivable that I adapted myself to living with Emilio. I had no choice. It's been about three months since he took me from my home. He made sure everyone in the village knew I belonged to him. I was his wife and should be respected. With that said, no one else could pursue me or look at me. I made up my mind to be obedient, not because I was afraid of Emilio but rather to put his mind at ease, making him believe that I accepted him so that I didn't become a prisoner. The morning after I was kidn*pped, I woke up, not knowing where I was. I did not know where Emilio lived, but I learned later that I was nowhere near my home. I was not familiar with the secluded part of Boudins. He also made it clear to me that I could try to escape if I wanted to, but he was not to blame i

