Chapter 12

Karen’s POV

The morning light shone through the curtains, casting soft rays over the bed. I blinked my eyes open, the memories of yesterday rushing into my memories like it was something I was hoarding onto.

Devon’s harsh words, Laura’s taunting smile, it all played back in my mind, but I refused to let it break me, Not today.

I sat up, my body light like someone who doesn't eat anything at all. I can’t even blame myself because if I eat when all this is happening, I can't even find my peace anymore.

The Mansion was quiet as always, but I welcomed the silence almost all the time. It gave me space to breathe, to think, and for clarity. Devon’s cruelty had reached new heights, but I couldn’t afford to crumble now. I had to prove to him that I wasn’t the weak woman he thought I was and must make sure I proved to him while planning other things in my head.

Taking a deep breath, I slid out of bed, my feet sinking into the cold floor. Today had to be different, I need to try something els