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Tw: violence
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POW!
The gunshot fired, jolting through my arms. I could feel the anger boiling, mingling with the rush of adrenaline in my veins.
Each breath felt like needles against my bare skin, a torturous reminder.
I fought back the tears welling up in my eyes, determined not to let them fall. The weight of the week pressed on me.
Breathing deep, I squeeze the trigger, sending another bullet towards the target. The frustration built itself in me as I struggle to comprehend my parents decision.
Why, out of all things, must I be forced into marriage? For fuck sake, this is my life, not theirs!
POW!
The gun fires again, echoing my inner thoughts.
Click.
No more bullets. I've reached my breaking point, pushed to the edge. Tears streak down my pale skin as I struggle to regain composure.
Months have passed, and the situation continues to get worse. I bury my face in my hands, as I sink down the wall, hugging my knees tightly.
Their insistence for this marriage is only for the gangs benefit, but it's stupid.
Just a week ago, I witnessed my supposed "future husband" stealing from my father's office. Yet, they expect me to marry him?
"It's pathetic" I hear my mother's voice from behind me.
I turned my head to look at her, with a confident stride, she descends the stairs and takes a Beretta M9 from the wall. She swiftly turns off the safety and checks the ammunition.
"Men are pigs" she tries to comfort me, but her words only deepen my anger.
Avoiding my gaze, she raises her arms with confidence, aligning her aim with the target.
"They only get in the way," she remarks.
POW!
Right in the center.
I reluctantly rise for a clearer view of her target. Using my sleeve, I wipe away the remnants of mascara from my cheeks.
"Mother—"
"You will marry Lucas, my darling," she interrupts, a familiar frustration bubbling within me.
"It's the only way for the Blu Dog Mafia to expand," she states, emphasizing the necessity.
POW!
Another dead center shot.
"He's a deadbeat. No, I wont marry him!" I finally muster the courage to retort.
I stand my ground, determined not to let them force me into this unwanted wedding.
"This isn't about you. Your choice doesn't affect this" she calmly declares, though her words reveal her underlying anger.
Her gaze finally shifts towards me, her eyes penetrating mine. With a gun in her hand, I don't argue back as I normally would.
"My dear naive daughter," her whisper sends a chill down my spine. She reaches out, gently tucking a strand of hair behind my ear and cupping my cheek.
"The gang is our priority, dear," she continues.
"That's why you must marry this man. You have no other value to us," she kisses the top of my head. It's not an act of love.
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Set In Stone
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