I stood there, suddenly unsure what to do. Walking away would make Theron angry, but staying felt undignified.

‘So, what should I do?’

"Since Charlie's staying here, you'll keep her company these days. Don't go anywhere," Theron assigned me work, ordering, "Come eat your breakfast."

I didn’t want to comply, but I couldn’t find the strength to defy him either. I stood still, unsure how to respond.

Theron’s patience wore thin. ...