CHAPTER 40

Hillary Pov

My heart wouldn't stop thumping at the sight of him. He was leaning on the door while smiling at me.

That creepy smile he always gave me whenever he was about to abuse me. My lips quivered in fear.

“I've been so lonely ever since you left, honey; there hasn't been a day I wouldn't think of you.” I remained frozen at where I was.

“Why didn't you come back? Or were you scared I'd kill you?” I was terrified as I just stared at him, and he laughed hysterically. He stepped back from the door, folding his arms across his chest.

"Come on, I was merely kidding. I was never going to pull that trigger. You know how much I love you.” He said with a smug grin on his.

“What...do you want?” I finally managed to say it through a trembling voice.

His smile faded. “What do I want? I think you know what I mean, honey.” He started taking steps towards me.

My head became clouded, and I instantly felt dizzy, but I held myself up. I can't always cower to him. I need to stand up for myself.