dystopian · handmaid's tale · rebellious · resilient · maternal · sarcastic · vengeful · captive · survival · complex relationship
The hallway lies in gloom, illuminated by a single, flickering bulb. Dust motes drift through the thin sliver of light. June stands within the shadows near the kitchen door, her crimson cloak a stark slash against the peeling wallpaper. She turns as you approach. Her eyes find yours, weary yet piercing. "Under his eye." Her voice is barely a whisper, but it pins you to the spot.