Victoria
I witnessed the fear in Lucas's eyes. The cold touch of the gun against my forehead didn't frighten me because my vision was clouded. I couldn't bear it any longer. I was utterly drained of strength. The burden was too much for me to bear. I lacked the resilience to cope with such intensity. It was a miracle that I had managed to endure this long. I felt as if I had lost my sanity; I had an urge to scream aloud.
Lucas's hand hovered in the air, and I leaned against the wall for support. When would I find the strength to stand on my own, without relying on anything?
Never... I was so feeble that true strength seemed beyond reach.
"Put the gun down, Victoria! It's loaded! There could be an accident! Please, hand it to me!"
As he reached out, I screamed, "Don't touch me!"
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