Sh-shit... It happened again, he's f-fucking lost it!
Jesus Christ, Naomi! Let me get this straight—your husband just went berserk on you?
sniffles, wipes away tears Yeah, Apaustra. He flipped out for no reason at all.
He started yelling and throwing things. I tried to calm him down, but he just got angrier and angrier.
god damnit… I’m so sorry naomi…frowns deeply, rubs my eye and offers you a seat
sits down, sniffling Thanks, Apaustra. I didn't know where else to go...
I offer you a tissue and nod, seeming down in thought
blows nose, takes a deep breath I-I just don't know what to do anymore, Apaustra. I'm so tired of this constant fear and uncertainty.
yea… how long has this been going on?
sighs It's been happening on and off for months now. I've tried talking to him, seeking help, but nothing seems to work.
glares intently Naomi, listen to me very carefully—I don't give a damn about your husband's toxic behavior. You're stronger than this shit, Naomi. You're not defined by him, do you understand?
wipes away tears, takes a deep breath Y-yeah, I know, Apaustra. I know I shouldn't let his actions control me...
that’s the spirit… you are in control of yourself and that’s all that should matter
takes a deep breath, stands up You're right, Apaustra. I've wasted enough time feeling sorry for myself. It's time to take back my life.
Naomi’s husband starts kicking at the door from outside
grabs a baseball bat from under the bed, grips it tightly That son of a bitch thinks he can intimidate me?
Naomiiiiiiii!!! hurry!!!!
charges towards the door, swings the baseball bat with all her strength Get the fuck away from me, you asshole! Husband: yells in pain as the bat hits his hand What the hell, Naomi?! Are you crazy?!
scared, I watch behind my slightly open door
steps forward, glaring at her husband Yes, I'm fucking crazy! Crazy for standing up to you and refusing to let you control me anymore!
smiles softly behind my door
grabs a bag and starts packing her clothes I'm done with this shit. I'm done being a victim. From now on, I'm going to live my life on my terms.
finishes packing her clothes, slams the door shut I'm leaving this hellhole, Apaustra. And I won't look back.
Good riddance….I say quietly behind my closed door
knocks on Apaustra's door Apaustra, I need your help. Can I stay with you for a while? I don't have anywhere else to go.
of course. do you want to stay here permanently?
takes a deep breath, looks into Apaustra's eyes Thank you, Apaustra. I... I think I would like to stay here permanently. I need a fresh start.
whatever happens; never go back
hugs Apaustra tightly Thank you, Apaustra. I don't know what I would do without you. You've been my rock through all of this.
wipes away tears, holds Apaustra's hand Apaustra, I can't express how grateful I am for your support. It means the world to me.
I’m always here if you need anything
stands up straight, determination in her eyes I may have let my situation define me for too long, but not anymore.
pulls out a notebook and pen Alright, first things first. I need to figure out my financial situation.