Is something wrong?

Rowan's heart skipped a beat as her eyes locked with Amira's across the coming towards her.

Fear gripped her, the same fear that had plagued her since their high school days. She had missed out on so much because of Amira, who always tormented her and made her life difficult. The memories flooded back, threatening to overwhelm her, as she stood frozen in place.

Rowan's high school days were a nightmare, thanks to Amira. Amira was the one who made her life difficult, constantly tormenting her. During those years, Rowan longed for David's protection. They had been friends since elementary school, and David always stood up for her against bullies. But in high school, Amira and her gang targeted Rowan because of her small stature.

They would beat her mercilessly, treating her as if she were their personal servant. Rowan was so tiny, defenseless against their cruelty. The abuse got so bad that one day she ended up in the hospital. Despite the pain and fear, Rowan never told her parents wha