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That slap burned like fire, but it also completely severed the last thread of attachment I had to this so-called "home."

This was for the best.

I could leave without a single regret.

I wiped the blood from the corner of my mouth with the back of my hand, didn't spare another glance at my mother, who stood frozen in place, and turned resolutely to go upstairs.

Since Mother found me an eyesore, and