I’m not sure how to respond to him. His words echo in my mind and, for some reason, they’re starting to reassure me. Still, it’s hard to push aside the fear creeping under my skin. Everything has changed so fast, and I’m not sure if I’m ready for all of this.

Even if it is what he says it should be.

“I feel like I’m drowning. Everything has happened so fast since you bought me. I barely know who I am anymore, let alone what is expected of me, because you won’t talk about the ...