ANNIKA'S POV
It was a big step, but I am both scared and excited all at the same time. All my life, I've never considered living alone because I have Mom with me. I always thought that we'd be together till the end. It made me feel a little bit sad remembering her. I wanted to go back home and be with her, but I didn't want her to worry about me. I didn't want her to blame herself for my misfortune. Maybe I'd tell her the truth one day. Or maybe if the pain finally subsides, I'd be able to share everything to her without worrying that it may affect her health. For now, I need to be tough and brave. . . to face everything with dignity and grace. To solve my problems alone and learn to stand on my own.
My things were already packed and arranged. I'm planning to move out by the weekend, and
