He landed another solid punch. Raina stifled a rising scream, just as she had countless other times before. What would the neighbors think?
She remembered the horrible day that she’d accidentally let her guard slip. Nosy Mrs. Nair had spotted her in the garden and started her interrogation.
What happened yesterday? Who was crying? Did they have a fight? All couples fought. Why, she and Mr. Nair had got into quite a squabble last week, about the water bill of all things!
She’d nodded and smiled politely, because she was a well brought up young lady, a credit to her parents.
A lot of women thankfully still are alive and free of abuse because of nosy neighbors. A good piece that touches on the cultural dynamics at work in the world that keep women oppressed.
Well done, Rajeswari. Her pain is palapale.
Thanks for shining a little light into a dark corner. Well done!
Very heart felt, provocative and well written. Well done for choosing a topic few have the courage to write about!
Powerful 101 words. Well done!
Very well written!
Rajeswari, your story is a punch in the gut. Swift, powerful, painful. It is sad that some monsters have human DNA. Keep writing Ms. Menon, the world deserves you.
A very pertinent comment on an all too often occurring situation. Great job.