Megan's pov I was in my room, sitting on the bed with a book in hand. The soft glow of the bedside lamp illuminated the pages, and I was completely engrossed in a chapter that delved into coping with rude and arrogant individuals. I specifically needed motivation which was why I've decided to read about it. The words flowed effortlessly from my lips as I read them aloud, my voice a mixture of curiosity and determination. "...Handling such behavior requires patience and assertiveness," I declared, my tone resolute, as if the book and I were in a conversation about the subject. I remembered the day he got back from work, where I was trying to act sweet and all, the way he coldly responded, and how I kept saying calming words to him. I continued to read them out loud for a proper and q

