Aurora

I screamed in horror as the heat from the tea burned my face.

Involuntarily, I grabbed a handful of my clothes, wiping the hot liquid off my face.

My tears were mixed with tea as they flowed freely from my eyes.

A jab of pain and anger flared in my chest as I fought hard not to retaliate.

I was so close to slamming her head against the wall, but for the sake of her baby and my life, I'll let it pass.

Tears gathered in my eyes as I wiped my face with my palms.

The tears weren't as a result of the hot tea she spilled on...