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Waking again in the dark.
Hurting. Hungry.
Cold.
Didn't want him to touch me.
He had food and a blanket.
Blanket was rough, scratched tender skin.
Horrible to be fed by a stranger, my hands tied.
Wouldn't untie me.
Food was dry stale cereal, hard to swallow with a dry throat.
Drink spilled and burned.
Fighting it.
Hurting.
Wanting to give up, for it to be over.
NO.
Whatever it takes to stay alive.
Keep fighting. Don't let them win.
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Nightmares of Caitlin Lockyer
Misterio / SuspensoSix months ago, Nathan's sister was brutally murdered. Now the former playboy desires only one thing: revenge. Late at night, Nathan trudges down the beach where his sister's body was found. He's searching for answers, but all he finds is a new nig...
