Chapter 35 Confronting The Demon

• On getting to the last floor, Ellie saw Kevin standing at the reception. She tried taking a step further towards him but her legs were too heavy for her to carry. She stood still, trying to brace herself up to be strong and not to let Kevin manipulate her. While still on that spot, Kevin turned around, and his yes met with that of Ellie. Upon setting his eyes on her, Kevin smiled, a devilish smile at that.
• The smile on Kevin's face sent a chill down Ellie's spine, triggering a flood of painful memories and overwhelming fear. As Kevin took each step, moving close to her, Ellie was engulfed in fear and she started to recall the painful memories she was trying to run away from.
• 'Hello, Wifey. We meet once again', Kevin said, smiling. The voice of Kevin made Ellie shivered, the voice of the man that made living hell for her and that had inflicted both physical and emotional harm on her. Despite years of being away from him, the impact of his voice was immediate and profound. Her body tensed; her muscles tightened as if preparing to go war. Her heart raced, pounding in her chest and her breathing became shallow and rapid. Images flashed through her mind and they were that of the abuse and trauma she had endured at his hands. The mere sound of his voice had the power to transport her back to those old days, shattering the peace and joy she had felt within the period she had been with Edward.