“Today you have another trial with Mr. Morgan. You’ll keep doing this until your period comes,” Karen said, her tone calm but carrying the weight of an order. In her hand was a tall glass of water and several vitamins.

Anna accepted them without protest, nodding once before tipping the pills into her mouth. The bitter capsules slid down her throat, leaving an aftertaste she couldn’t wash away even after draining the water in one gulp.

“Now go to Mrs. Morgan’s room, she’s ...