Snippet #1967715

Abigail

It was early yet when she began her way out of the makeshift tent. The sky had opened up some, allowing the sun's warm rays to tickle her skin. Though, the darkness of the clouds threatened rain, it was something she could easily overlook. A day in the rain beat any time spent at home. Sure, she would be questioned later on, but interrogation had become routine and as long as she kept things in check, it was something she could handle. She tip-toed carefully through the opening, careful not to add unnecessary noise to her escape. Quiet as the world was, every tiny motion seemed to scream of her actions. Once outside she allowed herself a sigh of relief. Sneaking off was something she'd rather apologize for later than get caught in the act. Unfortunately, things didn't always run smoothly.

She yelped as a firm hand fell upon her shoulder, causing her to jump and twist violently from the grip. Her stomach dropped as she immediately recognized her attacker. She pursed her lips as her step-father edged closer, dragging his eyes in amusement across her body. "What's this?" he asked, feigning bewilderment, "A bit early to be out yet, ain't it?" Fidgety fingers plucked at her clothes as she met his gaze. A time before, he had been a face many adored. He was tall, strong, had a firm, square jaw, an odd appearance when one knew of his profession. However, bad habits were not a friend and the milky-white cloud obscuring his right eye was a constant reminder. She swallowed, retreating a few steps back, "I-I was just going out for a walk.." She managed to mumble, her voice trailing off when she noticed two of his friends approaching. "Oh?" he continued playing dumb, "Just like always, eh?" He stepped closer and pulled her to him before she had a chance to run. She stiffened in his grasp as he ran a hand gently through her hair. "Guna come home when everyone's in bed too, I suppose? Surely, there's a reason you're out all day. Maybe you have a man-friend out there somewhere, eh? Waitin' for ya?" He jerked his head towards the tree line, pulling her face close to his. "N-no.." She stammered, struggling against his grasp. He put his lips to her ear and whispered, "Come now, everyone knows you're a whore."

She wrenched herself free and raced for the tree line, tears blurring her vision. Her step-father's laughter booming from behind, along with the friends who decided to partake in the amusement. She knew she had nowhere to go. Nature was a false sense of security, but it was at least something she could hide away in for a time.