Cavity

with trembling hands, i cover my eyes but not my ears so i can hear his footsteps as he stomps through the halls. i wince as he bumps into the table and its squeak assaults my ears. i choke down a sob as he grumbles drunkenly.

stupid woman, moving my fucking crap. stupid woman, spending all my damn money. stupid woman, not waiting for me.

i forget to breathe, heart sinking as he stops at my door. i force myself to groan and roll over as though i'm asleep, struggling to breathe as the air grows thick and heavy. i swallow the burn in my throat as he pats my knee.

my chiquita, dreaming so peacefully.