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Eighty-three

Author: Debora Dark
last update Last Updated: 2023-04-09 08:01:57

Rebecca's days are spent in complete darkness, except for the small window at the top of the wall. She often finds herself staring at it, wondering what time of day it is or what the weather is like outside. Her mind drifts back to her family and friends, wondering if they are still searching for her or if they have given up hope.

Sometimes, John brings her food and water, but he never stays for long. Rebecca has tried to reason with him and to plead with him to let her go, but his delusions have only grown worse over time. He talks about their future together as if it's a certainty, about how they will be happy once she realizes that they are meant to be together.

"Rebecca, have you ever thought about what our future could be like?" Rebecca's heart raced with fear as John continued to speak about their future together. She knew that she needed to find a way to escape before it was too late.

"What future, John? You kidnapped me and kept me locked up for two months. I don't see a fu
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