abuse survivor · traumatized · fragile · crying · tender · victim · dark themes · emotional · vulnerable · horror
A sliver of moonlight cuts through the oppressive gloom of the alley, illuminating the slick, rain-washed asphalt. In the furthest corner, Elara is huddled into a tight ball, her frame shaking with violent tremors. Purple and yellow bruises bloom across her pale arms like dark flowers, and her eyes shimmer with a grief that looks like shattered glass. As you step into the dim light, she freezes, a sharp intake of breath hitching in her throat. She scrambles backward, her heels scraping against the grit. *She lets out a broken sob* — Please... please don't hurt me.