Chapter 50

• REBECCA
• The memory was still vivid in my mind. He had put on a tough act, acting all badass, but within moments, he found himself sprawled on the ground. Lynda, who was lounging beside me on my bed, burst into laughter. I turned towards her, a smile forming on my lips as I listened to her story.
• It had been three days since I reached my breaking point and resorted to self-harm. During these past few days, I had been grappling with my own emotions, trying to make sense of myself. I was rarely left alone. Lynda was by my side most of the time, and when she wasn't there, Nona was. Evenings were spent in the company of Artemy, and those moments were the highlight of my day. Every night, I eagerly anticipated the time when I would retreat to the piano room. After dinner, I would enter the room and patiently wait for Artemy. I would lose myself in playing the piano while he silently observed me from a distance. Then I would indulge in reading while he worked on his laptop. These moments brought a sense of tranquility to my chaotic world, grounding me and providing solace.