Once upon a time, in a faraway place... I learned that monsters exist That the dark is meant for fear That sometimes you can't even count on yourself I just have to get past senior year finals, and I can break away- I can leave the past, the monsters, the ghosts, far, far behind. I just can't break beforehand. Author's Note: This novelette contains dark elements that some readers may be sensitive to. This is a story of a seventeen year old girl who wasn't handed the easiest of cards, and is an important piece in understanding her thoughts and actions in the Playmaker Duet, however readers should be able to read the duet without reading this piece prior. Due to content, this book is recommended for readers 18+