DEBT OF DESIRE
“I’m done.”
“Letty!” Dad calls, but another cough cuts him off, sharp and pained. I slam my door, leaning against it, tears spilling over. The contract’s in my bag, Noah’s voice echoing: You’re a means to an end. I slide to the floor, the memory of Mom and Dad on opening day flashing, smiling, proud, with me clutching a mango lassi. I can’t let them lose it, but I can’t lose myself either.
I tossed around restless, trying to sleep but I just couldn't close my eyes and dream away. I toss all night, the contract haunting me like a ghost. Finally, before I knew it I fell asleep as the dawn shone through my window.
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