Fiona My first mission was completed! I couldn't believe I did it. My leg still hurt badly but I had fulfilled my biggest task for the day. I was barely trained. I was a novice. But then, I completed my first task and I could now say boldly that my life was spared. I could live freely. Some of the men carried me on their shoulders as we arrived at the hood. My face was covered in stains of blood while Jerome flashed a broad smile at me when our eyes met. Crystal was holding his hand and making sure to not let go. She had maintained the same behaviour throughout the mission. There was never a moment I had turned around to see Jerome that she wasn't holding unto him. In fact, I was certain that she feigned a muscle pull just so he would carry her in his arms. I could s

