The curtain slowly moved aside.

I knew immediately that this was the discovery I had made days ago. This was the discovery that he had taken from me. I had earned it back, and this time I had some idea of how I had come to the conclusion. This time I knew that, as many times as he might take it away from me, I would be able to discover it again.

This knowledge offered me a new sense of freedom. I sat, enjoying this freedom as I watched the beam of sunlight arch slowly across my room throughout the day. I enjoyed it as I finally discovered the true nature of the shadow creatures (small, quick, brown in color, moving back and forth through the air with a speed and grace that impresses me still). I enjoyed it as the sunlight faded and darkness won out. And still, I enjoy this freedom as I begin my rest cycle. And I know, whatever he might take away from me, I will always find again.

I sign,
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To be continued...