April 18th 2022

The results came in from my lab work. I was clean.

I nearly cried when they called me to let me know.

For two days, I had avoided his texts and calls.

For two days, Riley and I had been staying at Michelle’s, where he wouldn’t dare show up unannounced.

It would ruin his flawlessly perfected public image if he showed up and started a fight.

Breaking up with him was the right thing to do, so I sent the text. I sent screenshots of the girl's messages along with the simple note “we’re done” and blocked him.

If it was the right thing to do, then why do I feel sick sending it? Why am I saddled with guilt over getting away from him? Why am I afraid of how he’s going to react once I finally go back home?

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