Her Inner Demons

o go was the space and science center. I fell in love with the stars because they made me feel free. I felt as if I could escape to my world and block out everything around me and most times I

ayed dead and that's when everything got worse. I held my breath and slowed my heartbeat to the point where I thought I was going to die while one of the men assaulted me. I held back my tears and made sure I didn't move. When they left and everyone else had been killed, I felt as If I had just enough energy to call the police

tly may never be... I was never a normal kid after that day. My innocence was gone and it was time to become a woman so I got better in school. I was that kid everyone hated in school, The perfect student at the top of the class. I graduated early and went to college at a very young age. I got my Doctorate In Psychology, Masters in criminal justice, forensics, science, and law last year actually," I took a deep breath and lifted my e

tion to which she stands with an angry smile. "My father worked on that case and he said the men who did it were never caught. Is that why you do this, to get revenge for

would you talk to an orphan and rape victim like that? You would have to listen to their statement to help find the people that did those horrible acts to them. If I were the professor of this class or the guest speaker I would tell you to take a walk because it's obvious that you need to take a second to reevaluate your reasoning behind taking this class. This isn'

The behavior of a suspect and the aspects of the crime scene will be your best friend in this field, as well as witness testimony. Those monsters can look like everyday people but they put on a mask to make s

tudents to investigate. Shoving my papers into their folders and then into my bag, the man stepped next to me and stood patiently. H

laugh. Jay Von Redding, My long-time best friend of 10 years and only 4

ion not argue with one arrogant child. This field isn't going to work for her a

the class correctly and as accurately as possible from a professional yet understandable standpoint. I see myself as being pretty damn smart but it helps to have a fresh set of eyes to help. For the first time, we could spend time together and catch up since we last saw each other almost a ye

e of mind and with a promotion, it's nice. He is back to his fit, cocky yet sweet ways. He looks too good for his ego. I've straightened up and thinned out as well,

are going to have a movie date tonight." I say grabbing my bag and hosting it over my shoulder. I pull away from his gras

across men like him every day but none make me feel like Jay Von Redding has. I feel

ing up the big animatronic props and creatures that will scare you into a coma. (A Wolf Dog got me on my way in yesterday evening. It was traumatic, to say the least.) I left my home bare so Jay Von and I would have something fun to do together like we used to. We grew up in the same Foster care fa

e enter the house after a long wrestling match with all of my keys. I need a labeling system for

ove my lower back. I let out a loud sigh, dropping my bag on my feet and taking a seat on the loveseat across the room. I watch as he looks over my degrees and awards,

my study looking over some case files I've been asked to review for the local PD. He moves from those to my drawers where he pulls a tattered notebook from its contents. My Journal. "I'd advise you nicely to not read my private thoughts. You may be in for an

rmth, something I never realized I had missed. My rock. The only family I have. It's crazy how we've gotten this far. "You look exhausted... You can lay on me if you'd like. I know you won't make it through this movie. At least not

happy to have you to

ng from all four walls. It's my hideaway from the outside world. I designed it after my love of fairies. Childish I know but it's kind of like my safety blanket. My childhood was ripped away, this helps me cope with that. I make my way to my bathroom and take a look in the mirror. I'm not the best looking but I'm pretty cute, small freckles splatter my cheeks and nose as if someo

into my room. The bathroom connects the main and guest room. I thought I'd like it but I hate it. I feel like my privacy could be invaded and so far

on his face. He shrugs his shoulders and walks out of view into the room. "I found it while carrying you through the house like a corpse. Somethin

tch it from his hands and put it back in the drawer, closing it and sighing. Now I know for sure he read my journal. All of my dreams are appro

logy expert wouldn't you say you are sic

s a guest, not a profiler, stop trying to read me and

eed all of this stuff for though? Do you

, making my way to the door with frustration in my heart. Why is he acting so weird all of a sudden... Did he see something in my journal I must have forgotten about? Maybe something about him. Looking through the peepho

t-shirt and socks. This... isn't a great impression. "Um... good morning. I wasn't expecting any visitor

to the woman almost towering over her petite form. She cleared her throat as her cheeks began to redden. I felt a twinge of jealousy. Of course, they must have slept together. She looks joyful to see his face, on the other hand, he seemed... Unc

rom the woman looking over the table with curiosity. My ey

formation you mi

had come across on the bodies of my mother and sister. The men weren't as smart as they thought, leaving semen at

g that I would be receiving devastating news. "We found your father... He is still alive and in custody under the charges of felony murder and unfortunately his rape and attempted murder. Motive charg

g my hand over my mouth suppressing the urge to vomit. My body beg

child," Two pictures sat in front of me. The men in them I had known all of my life. I called them Uncles, we

he flash of a camera, I saw Joe standing behind me as a child. His hands were..

you know that. Do you remember anything about your

ad some affairs, she had money. You're telling me he didn't die that night? Why wasn't I told?" I stood from my seat,

her hand away and begin to pace my floor. Jay Von came into the room with worry in his eyes. I stop and stare...

and Joe? Are they in cus

ns in just a few days. I will have to testify. How can I face them? I'm not that strong. Before the

ion. I deserve that much. Jay V

slowly before ta

... Sh