/-Riley-/
A slap sends me to the ground.
Tears sting my eyes as I stare at him in disbelief. He walks away angrily. I curl on the floor and sob.
Dean laid his hands on me. We are not yet married, and he's already showing me his ugly side. Maybe it's my fault too. I shouldn't have said that to him. He was just trying to look out for me. I won't apologize.
This slap is enough to counter any apology he deserves. He doesn't deserve any. I said the truth. I hate him for hitting me. I hate him for forcing his way into my life. I hate everything about him. I hate him. I still can't bring myself to get off the floor. I just want to remain here and cry. Maybe I should work on Tess's advice. This would be the last time he'll make me cry.
"Wifey…". I stiffen at the mention of that name. I don't
