NEVER STOP FIGHTING / THE WORDS OF A GHOST RING SO EFFORTLESSLY IN HER EAR . life is not easy , this she knows . torment has always been an eager friend , lingering in the shadows of her step . shackles bound to dragging feet , she fears she’ll never be free of the creeping fear carving a home into the hollow of her bones . but try , she must . skills she’s acquired , she wills them unto others . protection is key , safety comes suit . loose digits drag stray pieces of crimson upward , pulling the thick locks into a woven ponytail as viridians drifts across the studio , a welcoming gaze offered forth to those filing in slowly . but swiftly , a familiar face comes into frame . she rushes forth then - something between worry and relief etches onto porcelain lineament - a hand reaching for the girl . ❝ oh my god , gwen . what are you doing here ? it’s been weeks , i’ve tried leaving you messages . i’ve been so worried and ---- ❞ perhaps she should give her a second to answer .