though he does not touch me, he steadies me.

“You chose us. Now we have to choose you.”

“Killing you is not the worst thing they can do to you," I say. "Controlling you…”

“I suppose that now would be the time to ask for forgiveness for all the things …”

“Don't pretend", I say Breathily. "You know I'm not. I'm not ugly, but I am cert…”