LYCIA ~~ Dressed in all black, I made my way out of the packhouse under the cover of darkness. The night air was cool and refreshing, which contrasted the suffocating confines that had become my everyday life. As I walked, I couldn't help but feel nervous at the prospect of getting caught. Behind the packhouse, a car awaited me, its engine purring softly in anticipation. I climbed into the vehicle, my heart racing as it pulled away from the familiar grounds. We drove towards a remote area, far removed from prying eyes. It was a place where no one would ever guess that I would venture to in the middle of the night. After what seemed like an eternity, the car finally came to a stop in front of an old, dilapidated hut. I thanked the driver and instructed him to wait for me, knowing th

