shells, never knowing when David's temper would flare up next. One evening, David announced that he

Could this be her chance to escape or reach out for help? She tried to push the

emotions. She was relieved to have some time alone, but she was a

ew she had to do something, but she wasn't sure what,a

t skipped a beat as she wondered who it could be,cause

e door open, expecting perhaps a neighbor or someone seeking help. But to her shock, it was David standing there, fully drunk an

," he slurred, pushing Diamond out of the way. She stumbled backward

she has never had access to. Diamond watched in stunned silence, her heart shattering into

ed to the floor, tears streaming down her face. She looked up at the ceiling, her vo

pressed her ear against the wood, her heart pounding in her chest. The voices inside were mu

st dismissive. "She's just one ra

backed away from the door, her eyes brimming with tears. She didn't want to hear any more. Silentl

s voice boomed from upstairs, calling ou

to find the woman reclining on the bed, looking like she owned the place.

n snapped. "He's been ca

I told you, she h

an eyebrow. "Oh

oing to collapse. The humil

said, "Hey Diamond, get something for my wom

amusement as she added, "Yes

t heavy with sorrow. She felt like a serva

isfied smirk. Diamond, however, had reached her breaking point. She waited unti

ling with rage. "Who is that woman you brought into our

re arrogant than before. "What are you talking about, Diamo

boiling over. "I'm your legally married wife, and

in a position to question me?" he barked, his voice rising. "You're just a wife on th

inside her. "I won't be treated like this, David," she sai

d. Diamond flinched, anticipating the blow. The slap

"You're my wife, and you'll do as I say. You'll keep your mouth shut

stairs.Diamond placed her hand on her

come back here! I'm s

ed up the stairs, leaving Diamond