Chapter 044

I sat huddled on my bed, surrounded by darkness that mirrors the fear gnawing at my heart.

The events of the past few days replayed in my mind like a horror movie, each scene etched with the chilling presence of Raphael.

I clutched my blanket tightly as if it were the only shield against the terrors lurking outside my door.

For three days since I was saved, I've been in my bedroom, fearing to step out because there's no telling when Raphael might return once again.

Suddenly, a soft knock interrupted my thoughts and I froze, my heart pounding with trepidation.

The door creaked open, and Sarah slipped into the room, her silhouette illuminated by the faint glow of the hallway light.

"Jenna," Sarah's voice was gentle, filled with concern. "I'm here."

"Keith let you in?" I asked her.

"Yeah, I had to tell him my sob story before he did, though. What you've done for me." Sarah said, climbing into the bed and sitting next to me.

I sighed as I looked away from her, my eyes rimmed with exhau