Edeline
It took a while before the tears finally stopped falling, and somehow, I’d managed to feel even more of a wreck than I already did. My eyes were swollen and heavy, aching almost more than my chest did at this point.
I sat quietly at the edge of the bed, trying to piece myself back together little by little. Taking deep, slow breaths—anything to steady the mess unraveling inside me.
Should I just skip school today?
The thought was comforting at first but the idea of being stuck in this house and left alone with my thoughts felt far worse. I’d probably lose my mind before noon. By the time I finished showering and getting dressed, I felt more emotionally drained than ever.
I sat down at my vanity and immediately reached for the concealer and makeup powder. My stomach twisted sli
