SCARLETT ROSE
The time passes, and the room is completely dark when I turn my head, ready to speak to Kieran about my decision.
I sigh, walking out of the room, and I blink my eyes when I see the door to the house's exit. I look at the stairs, realizing there's no one here now.
If I run now, I don't need to choose anything; I dash towards the door and realize it's open.
My heart beats hard in my chest as I run through the forest as fast as I can.
I look back, seeing the house fading into the distance as I keep running, but at that moment, I feel something inside me screaming not to do this.
I stop running, close my eyes, and place my hand over my heart.
The night is cold, and I can hear the wind against the trees around me; I open my eyes, hearing the sound of footsteps, and I turn
