Drenched in Despair

Gideon turned around, watching Valerie move past him and walk away, getting farther and farther. His hands at his sides clenched into tight fists.

"Baby!" he said in a hoarse and low voice, his eyes bloodshot.

The sudden voice made Valerie's steps pause slightly.

Her legs felt as if they were weighed down, making it hard to move forward.

She didn't know why, but that voice felt like a curse, insta