Commiting to Traditions

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She always brings that up. Why can't she understand that she shouldn't do this? It's cruel! "What if I don't want to kill?" I asked. "Elenor, you're 17 soon to be 18, you better do it, you could be a disgrace to our family!" Mom said. "Fine, I'll do it" I said, regretting every word that came out. "I'm very proud of you Elenor, the first step is hard, it always is, it was for me, soon you'll enjoy the thrill of it." Mom said. Sure I will, there is no way that's going to happen."Now, time to go to bed, tomorrow is your birthday and you'll learn our traditions."

Today is my Birthday, I'm terrified. I told my mom I'll learn our traditions. Even worse when I went near the surface I saw a small boat filled with about 2 men. I think I have to kill them.

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