"Don't you f*****g dare!" My father suddenly yelled, causing me to look up, fear reverberating through me as I met his rage filled eyes.
I could hear Florian chuckle behind me, and I swallowed hard, gripping the pen tighter. All I wanted was to run behind Florian and hide, but I knew I should start sucking up for myself now. Against the abuse. Against the pain.
I sniffed hard, then looked up, meeting his eyes.
"Why not? Why did you let go of your little company, Mr. Frederick?"
Florian broke into a laugh behind me, and it only thickened my skin, only made me want to go lower than I already have. They had so much fun breaking me apart over the years. Why would they be angry now that it was my turn? Why would it hurt then for me to find my own way?
"You... how dare you?" My dad said, st
