Restless Spirits: Chapters 7 & 8

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Chapter Seven

“Lilly Catherine Baird!” bellowed Ruth. She held a leather belt.

“Oh, God,” Lilly whispered, backing up into the wall. “Not again!” She disappeared into the wall completely, but Ruth reached in and grabbed hold of her. She pulled her out kicking and screaming.

“No, mama! Please! I’m sorry! Oh, God, I’m so sorry! Please, mama, don’t!” All of this she screamed while her mother whipped her and dragged her away.

I ran after them. “Hey! What is your problem, lady? Leave her alone!” I grabbed for the belt, but of course, my hand went right through it. I was getting really tired of that. Ruth seemed oblivious to my presence, too intent on beating her daughter into submission…