Good morning Mrs. Thompson, heres your tea. Would you like me to tell your client youre ready to see him now? Janets assistant asked with the sound of copy machines, coffee makers, and computers slightly overpowering her voice.
Yes, Nina thatd be great, send him in. Said Janet while sipping her tea. She rotated in her chair slightly and looked out of her large floor-to-ceiling windows. Her office had such a beautiful view of Toronto. Janet thought about how perfect her life was going; doting husband, two beautiful daughters, a successful law career. She couldnt ask for more. Her blissful thoughts were interrupted when her client, Mr. Kanumba, walked in. Good afternoon Mr. Kanumba, please close the door behind you and take a seat, lets discuss business.
Ninas days were often quite boring; 6 am brew tea for Mrs. Thompson, 6:30 am sharpen pencils for Mrs. Thompson, 7 am call Mrs. Thompsons clients, 8am type documents and make copies for Mrs. Thompson and so on and so forth. She was content with her work life however. But her life at home was solonely. She had nobody but her French bulldog, Apollo, to keep her company.
As the work day was coming to an end Nina packed her bag and began walking towards the exit. Her heels clicked loudly behind her and echoed throughout the empty law firm. A small, hand tapped her on her shoulder just as she reached the door. yes? She asked while turning around.
It was Mrs. Janet, of course, that was her favorite superior. Hello, Nina. Ive been meaning to congratulate you on your promotion. As a thank you for being so loyal to me and my hardest workerwould you like to have dinner with me and my family this weekend? Janet inquired.
Ninas full, cherry red lips curled into a smile revealing her almost perfect teeth, Yes, Mrs. Thompson I would love to.
As Nina happily swayed into her empty apartment, she picked up Apollo and swirled in a circle, Apollo I had the best day ever today! She placed her Frenchie on the sofa and striped of her black heels. Are you hungry baby? Nina asked Apollo before she trotted to the kitchen to prepare dinner for the both of them.
Humming quietly to herself, she carried out one plate of food and a bowl of dog food. After placing his dish on the floor, she made her way to the basement. Each step creaks behind her eerily. As she reached the last step, she flicked on the light switch. The light was dark yellow and hummed very loudly.
hello mother. She spat, Heres your dinner.
Her mother had on a porcelain mask which covered her entire face and made her look like an old, creepy doll. Her arms were handcuffed behind her back and her feet were tied tightly with rope.
You know the drill, woman. Im going to take off your mask and if you say ANYTHING, I will kill you, do you understand me? Nina threatened.
Her mother nodded her head rapidly as tears rolled down her cheeks. Nina slowly slipped the mask off and sat down next to her mom, Kat. She gently wiped Kats tears away and kissed her forehead before striking her across the cheek, Stop crying worthless bitch. Kats cheeks were burning as she sat in silence, too stunned to react. Why me? What did I do to turn my child into such a monster? Kat thought to herself while Nina spoon fed her olives, canned tuna, and milk.
Why are you doing this to me? Im your mother! Kat yelled.
Nina responded coldly in a monotone voice, Didnt I tell you not to speak to me? Now hurry up and finish your dinner, we have things to do.
What are we doing? Kat gulped.
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Horror"Nina stood up slowly and wiped the invisible dirt off of her dress, walking silently towards Janet. She grips her dagger tightly and whispers, "You shouldn't have done that mommy" Janet braced herself and prepared for the pain of a knife grazing a...
