REAL TRUTH

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Evelyn sat on the edge of the bed, hugging her knees tightly to her chest. Her body trembled with each sob that escaped her, tears streaming down her face despite her efforts to hold them back. The room around her felt cold and unfamiliar, a stark contrast to the warmth and safety of her family and her husband. She longed to be with them, to feel their comforting presence and escape the nightmare she was living.

Her attempts to stifle her tears were futile, the overwhelming sense of fear and helplessness crashing over her in waves. Her eyes were red and swollen, her breaths coming in uneven gasps as she buried her face in her arms, trying to hide from the harsh reality.

Suddenly, the sound of footsteps approaching the room reached her ears. She froze, her heart pounding in her chest, dread seeping into her veins.her heart pounded badly in her chest. The door creaked open, and Evelyn looked up, her tear-filled eyes widening in a mix of fear and anger as she saw Mat