Hermosa

I wasn't going to wear that dress. Nothing would make me put it on, especially after what happened to Lucy. I couldn't bring myself to trust Rapheal any more than absolutely necessary.

The maids had terrified looks on their faces as they huddled together, whispering. They had sent a representative to Rapheal's room to report me, but I didn't care. I just wanted to leave this sick place.

Everything felt heavy. I just steadied myself, determined to stay calm until he ...