Abeera Anwar
Sometimes the deepest betrayals don’t come from strangers but from the very people who are supposed to protect you. I never imagined I’d have to question where my mom’s loyalty truly lies, but here I am, feeling like she has chosen my tormentor over her son. For years, I’ve endured relentless bullying at the hands of one person—“Dave.” And now, instead of standing firmly on my side, my mom has decided to make him her teacher’s aide, giving him the exact closeness and trust I feel I deserve. It feels like a slap in the face, and I can’t help but wonder: am I wrong for telling her she’s dead to me if she continues mentoring my bully?
The Unexpected Betrayal
A History of Torment
Why Him, Mom?!
Her Excuse vs. My Pain
The Ultimatum
Silence and Punishment
Mom’s Tears, My Resolve
The Update: My Escape Plan
Counting Down to Freedom
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This whole situation has left me torn between guilt and a sense of betrayal I can’t shake. On one hand, I know my mom’s heart is in the right place—she wants to help someone she believes is struggling. But on the other hand, how can I ever trust her if she willingly gives my bully a place of honor in her life, knowing everything he’s put me through? Maybe I am being dramatic, or maybe this is the only way I can reclaim some control in a life where I’ve been constantly humiliated. Either way, one thing is clear: if she won’t stand up for me, then I’ll have to stand up for myself—even if it means walking away from her completely.
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