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Her tears were dried. She was sitting on the floor near the balcony and watching out in the garden of his house. She could see who was coming and leaving the house.

Her mother's bracelet was gleaming in her right hand. She removed her ruby earring and put on Gretta's gift. She was missing both. They went on picnics every weekend like a small happy family. Now she was trapped here.

It was almost evening. She didn't want to face anyone and do anything. Indeed, she didn't want to eat anything. She was observing his security. There' one mistake could be her freedom. Another night was coming. She was fearing what he would do with her tonight. She brought her knees close to her chest and hugged herself tightly. She decided if he dared to touch her, she'd kill him. She was also aware he was so much stronger than her.

Plan was almost beyond the bounds of possibility, still she was determined to try it. Most hated part of it, she liked him except the glares,