Maddox

“Uhmm… because you’re the closest to me,” I said quietly.

“Oh, that’s why. That’s why you forced me to stay with you. So they could kill me instead and so you get to save your life.”

“Maya, are you even listening to the words you utter? What are you saying? What am I saying?” I spread my arms. “Just because I love you doesn’t mean you should treat me like shit. I’ve got emotions too. I’m human too,” I yelled.

“My past doesn’t define me, just as yours ...