Scared straight
“One Day Inside” The metal door slammed shut behind Adrianne with a sound that echoed straight through her chest. She flinched. Not visibly—she wouldn’t give them that—but inside, something tightened. “Keep moving,” a guard barked from behind her. Adrianne rolled her eyes like she didn’t care, like this was just another stupid program her mom signed her up for. Her arms were crossed, shoulders slouched, expression bored. At least… that’s what she wanted them to see. The hallway smelled like bleach and something older. Something heavier. Voices bounced off the concrete walls—shouting, laughing, arguing—and none of it sounded friendly. She glanced sideways at the other teens in her group. One boy looked pale. Another girl was already tearing up. Adrianne scoffed quietly. Pathetic. “Y’all think this is a game?” a voice suddenly boomed. They were ushered into a large room. Several inmates stood waiting. Not relaxed—no, they stood like they owned the space, like predators watching something
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“One Day Inside” The metal door slammed shut behind Adrianne with a sound that echoed straight through her chest. She flinched. Not visibly—she wouldn’t give them that—but inside, something tightened. “Keep moving,” a guard barked from behind her. Adrianne rolled her eyes like she didn’t care, like this was just another stupid program her mom si...Read more