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Alyssa’s POV

The pain came slowly at first. A dull twist in my stomach, then sharper, spreading like fire under my ribs. I curled up on the cold floor beside my bed, one hand pressed to my belly, the other clutching the edge of the blanket like it could anchor me to the world.

I had pushed the cup away, had spilled most of it, but a few drops were all it took. I could taste it still at the back of my throat, bitter and wrong.

I wanted to cry but no tears came. I felt too dry, like my body was squeezing itself from the inside out.

A small sound slipped out of me, half a whimper. I pressed my lips tight, afraid someone would hear. If Ingrid knew I was still alive, she would try again. I had to be careful.

My head spun. I tried to stand but the pain doubled me over again. I held onto the bedpost and squeezed my eyes shut.

“Tara,” I breathed. “Please… Tara.”

I didn’t know if she would come. I didn’t know if she was even close. But the room felt too small, too silent, and I couldn’t do
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