The Truth About Mark

TW: This chapter contains elements of abuse.

Willow

“Are you sure you’re not overreacting?” Levi asked as I sped to Mark’s house.

“Yes, I am. She said she needed help. He’s hurting her.”

“Mark isn’t like that, Will.”

“Yes he is! He lied about not drinking, Levi. A-and Miranda admitted to me that he hurts her and she wants to leave him.” I said.

“What? Did you say something to her?” Levi asked.

“I didn’t, Levi. She’s scared and she doesn’t want to have a baby with him. She’s terrified, Levi, you should have seen her.”

Levi was silent for the rest of the ride. I was sure he was mulling it all over in his head.

We arrived at Mark’s house and I hopped out of the car before banging on the door.

A few moments later, Mark answered. He forced a smile to his face.

“Hey, guys, what’s up?”

“I would like to see Miranda.” I stated.

“I’m afraid she’s asleep, Willow.”

“She called me, so can I please see her?”

“Um…maybe it was a pocket dial?” Mark suggested.

“She said my name. She wanted me t