TRIGGER WARNING: MENTIONS OF VIOLENCE
“L—luca..”, I squeak out, my voice trembling as I struggle to speak.
My fingers grasp at his hand, nails digging into his skin in a desperate bid for escape.
Luca's gaze snaps to mine, his eyes locking onto me with an intensity that makes my heart race.
My voice cracks, "Y—you’re killing me."
The words barely escape my lips, but the plea is evident.
Luca's unyielding grip tightens around my neck, his fingers digging deep into my skin. My face burns with a creeping flush as my airway constricts, each breath a struggle.
Panic sets in, my vision blurring at the edges. Tears well up, threatening to spill as I envision the worst. My eyes plead with Luca, desperate for mercy.
My hands grasp at his once again, nails scrabbling against his skin as I
