Chapter 66

Madeleine was trembling violently. What was she supposed to demand? "Go to sleep," Alex's voice was hoarse as he unclasped Madeleine. Fearful, Madeleine ran back to her room and shut the door with a bang. Leaning against the corner, Madeleine slid slowly down to the floor. Biting hard on her finger, she felt a lack of control; her hand was numb, seemingly not under her command anymore. What should she do... She could not forget the experience of that night. It felt like she was trapped in that shadowy hell- forever. Those people had ruined her... Grabbing her hair, Madeleine's breath became increasingly rapid. Over the years, she had experienced hatred, anger, and moments of loss of control. Why, why did they treat her like that? What wrong had she done? What kind of choices did she have, why did all the retaliation fall on her? She wanted to exact revenge, desired to drag them all down to hell with her. But conscience... why did she have to be burdened with such a thing? Why was she s