Leaving His Presence

Vera

I thought I had seen it all. What the heck is he planning to do with me again? At this rate, I might just drop dead.

I stopped in my tracks and turned around with trepidation. Hands folded behind, head buried in pain. I took baby steps towards him.

I stood in front of him but he didn't give me any attention nor did he say anything. I remained on my feet, hurting badly. My lips began to swell and blood drained slowly from my cuts, staining the floor.

Is this another way he wanted to punish me? I wish I could look straight into his eyes and tell him how I feel.

I was feeling weak but I remained on my feet waiting for the next order. I was feeling it, I knew that I could slum at any time, but I wanted to see how far I could go. I will see this to the end.

Suddenly, the door opened behind me and a familiar voice boomed into my ears.

"Your Highness. Dr Fred Dante reporting in your presence," the intruder said and I froze. I had felt his scent before he spoke up.

Fred walked past me a