Bonnie’s mouth opened like she wanted to say something, but no words came out.
Georgia tilted her head slightly. Her eyes didn’t move from Bonnie’s face. She didn’t need to shout. She didn’t need to run or threaten. Her presence alone was enough to make Bonnie freeze.
The room was still for a moment.
A long second passed before Georgia took one step forward slowly, as though she had all the day to spend with Bonnie.
Bonnie’s hand gripped the edge of the couch. Her mouth opened like she wanted to say something, but no words came out.
Georgia didn’t blink. Her stare held steady, sharp and cold like glass. Her lips didn’t move, but something about her silence spoke louder than any scream could.
The room felt tight, heavy with tension. Even the air seemed afraid to move.
Bonnie swallowe
