Then came the blow — precise, harsh, unmistakably masculine. A sharp pain blossomed in her eye, blurring every other sensation.
Behind Closed Doors: The Hidden Reality of Domestic Violence Marina stood in the hallway, wearing a strained smile as she greeted her parents, a routine she had perfected over time. However, this time, the bruised skin beneath her eye betrayed her, speaking louder than any words could. “Mom, it’s nothing, really,” she said quickly, catching … Read more