Chapter 3

I used to think home was my safe haven.

But all the hardships I went through over the years were all thanks to this family.

Most parents wanted their kids to do well, but mine? They were pros at rubbing salt in my wounds.

Even though I'd known for ages they never really cared about me, hearing it out loud still made my eyes burn, and the pain hit so hard I could barely breathe.

When I stayed silent, Chloe grabbed Linda's arm, but she was really talking to me. "Evelyn, say something. Mom's trying to help. If he doesn't…