Echo.

I remained huddled in that corner, lost in my own thoughts, for what seemed like an eternity. When I even finally mustered the little strength to rise, a wave of nausea washed over me. Yet, in the depths of my tears, I forged a silent vow to myself – a promise not to succumb to tears or even defeat.

I knew that regardless of the storm raging within me that I had a duty to fulfill, a mission to accomplish. Summoning a resolve for now, I closed myself off from the world, from everything. The sun climbed and descended without my notice, as I barricaded myself within four walls....