Chapter 7: Crescendo
“ Wake up in the dark and hear the screaming of the lambs ” — Silence of the Lambs.
“ Why, on myself, of course. ”
Yes, I must admit it. My intentions are not so noble. But this plan is the precaution I must take, before I am left alone and defenceless. What better way to ensure my safety, than by surrounding myself in other ’ s brains and muscles?
I am as simple as that, no ulterior motive hidden. I like to be frank, and that ’ s just who I am. Though apparently, my honesty can not go without its own consequences.
Upon hearing my answer, both adults stare at me like I ’ ve sputtered out the vilest of curses. I don ’ t like it when they look at me like this, like I ’ m nothing but a barbaric, wild child. So I explain myself.
“ But I am not that cold. At least, no
