For the very first time in my life, I felt genuinely happy. Happy I now have someone to call a mate, not just a common person but a powerful person who would protect me.

Happy that I would soon leave that hell I call home, away from all the hardship and maltreatment.

My mother and I would finally get some peace and love in our lives without having to work as slaves. Away from my half-brother who finds pleasure causing pains to my body. Well, he hasn't related to me anyways.

My face broke into a very huge smile. I couldn't wait to get home and break the news to...