You know, people look at me, and they see someone hardened by life—a survivor, a fighter. They think they know my story from a glance. But I wasn’t always this way. I remember a time when the world seemed brighter, more welcoming. Back then, I trusted easily. I thought loyalty was simple and friends were forever. But that was before I learned that sometimes, the people you trust the most are the ones who can do the most harm. I’ve had to learn a lot since then. Life doesn’t always give you...