My Step Father, My Desire
"What’s wrong, Emma? You haven’t eaten anything."
"I’m just not hungry," I murmur. "I don’t feel like eating."
Her expression shifts into something kind and understanding, a soft smile that doesn’t reach her eyes but says everything without words.
"I understand," she says gently. "Everything will be okay. I’m here for you."
I nod, the tightness in my chest threatening to break open. I try to keep the tears from spilling over, but it’s like the dam is weakening with each passing second. “Thank you,” I whisper, barely able to keep the words steady.