one hundred and thirty eight

Vanessa’s POV

My heart pounded in my chest as Jake's attention shifted towards me. Fear surged through every fiber of my being, even though I had been trying to maintain a facade of confidence. Deep down, I was a mess, knowing the danger I was in.

Jake's smile faded, replaced by a deep sense of anger. I quickly rose from the bed, my instincts telling me to create distance between us. But with each step I took, Jake matched me, closing in on me until I was backed against the wall. Panic welled up inside me as I realized there was no way out.

Jake's smile returned, a sinister gleam in his eyes. He had cornered me, leaving me with nowhere to escape. My heart raced, my mind racing to find a way out of this perilous situation. But the truth hit me like a crushing blow I couldn't fight back. I was heavily pregnant, and the thought of putting my unborn child in harm's way was unbearable.

A mix of emotions washed over me fear, helplessness, and a fierce determination to protect my child at a