After that encounter with Mama, I felt restless. I walked back and forth inside my room. My room might be at peace, but my mind wasn’t!
I sighed heavily as I paced in my small room. Remembering Mama’s words earlier gave me goosebumps! I didn’t want to overthink things, but oh, Lord, I couldn’t help it!
Should I ask for Ruby’s help? What could she possibly do for me? I’m hopeless…
The only thing that can save me and secure my place here is to avoid Mama as much as I can. Maybe that way, I won't attract her attention as much. Even though she spends most of her time at the casino playing with her friends, there are still times when we run into each other in the mansion, and whenever that happens, I know where it leads.
Maybe accepting the job Ruby offered is the solution to follow throug
