Chapter 20
Violet's POV
This would have been a regular nightmare even with the choking if he hadn't looked in my eyes and said those words, "It's all your fault."
6 years ago. The night of the Water Moon.
The ritual left me exhausted. Nana said it was for my good, but I felt bound and my least favorite part was the drug in the tea she gave me.
I stretched, trying to feel my limbs but it felt even heavier than lead.
For the first time in over a decade, I was allowed to use the pleasant room. I was given a bath by the maids rather than being treated as one.
Nana said the main ritual will stop me from hurting people and I was willing. I'd had enough of hurting those around me whether I meant to or not.
Killing mother at birth and denying me the chance of meeting her, the weak maids ar
