Abbie lived in fear of disclosing her pregnancy to her parents. Their stance on abortion was solely based on convenience, displaying little regard for women's rights and a strong desire for the simplest solution.
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The sole reason Abbie's mother refrained from pursuing an abortion was her grandmother, Alice 'Demon Eyes' Dillard, who pledged to provide for Abbie. Tragically, Alice's promise was short-lived, as she passed away just five months after taking on the responsibility of caring for Abbie. Her death was a result of a tragic murder.
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Alice had a troubled past as a mother, marked by her
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Abbie's mother, Rudy, harbored intense jealousy towards her daughter, resenting the unexplained affection Abbie received from her grandmother. This jealousy spiraled into acts of cruelty, as Rudy subjected Abbie to physical abuse.
When Abbie reached the age of seventeen and found herself expecting a child, she confided in her boyfriend, who in turn disclosed the situation to his parents, who told the neighbors. The news rippled through the neighborhood, resulting in a collective rejection of Abbie and Tony by their neighbors, who shunned them both.
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The neighbors informed Abbie's parents of her situation, which led to a brutal and violent reaction. Abbie desperately shielded her stomach, craving something to love and receive love from in return. Her father forcefully pulled her from the house, his hands tightening around her throat as he did so.Β
Gasping for breath, Abbie regained her composure as he forcefully hurled her bruised body to the ground.
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Abbie was destined for a life without a home, her parents showing no intention of providing her with any shelter or support. Meanwhile, Tony's parents delivered a stern message to him.
"You need to take responsibility and marry her," his mother, Zekera, shouted, her disapproval of white people palpable in her words. His father sighed, and with a calmer tone, he added, "You better do it. We'll arrange for a house and let you stay here until we can help you get married and settled."Β
Both of them were upset, with his father keeping his frustration contained, while his mother's anger was evident and unfiltered.
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Zekera, Tony's mother, berated him with sharp words. "You're being foolish! All she'll want is child support!" Tony remained silent, pondering his choices until a sudden knock echoed at the door. It was Abbie, and he welcomed her inside. From that moment forward, their love story unfolded, culminating in a splendid wedding. With the family's wealth, their special day was a lavish celebration of their commitment.
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The wedding unfolded amidst an unusual hush, punctuated only by polite compliments from the guests who refrained from broaching any subject that might offend the visibly pregnant Abbie. She had been just a month into her pregnancy, and there was an urgency to expedite things. Nobody wanted labor pains to steal the spotlight on this special day.
Following the wedding, Abbie swiftly moved in with Tony into their new cottage. In their quest for self-sufficiency, Abbie began cultivating a small farm in the yard, aimed at providing them with a source of free sustenance. Guided by her supportive neighbors, Possom and Beauty-Ebony, Abbie acquired the farming skills she had never received from her indifferent parents.
Abbie found herself under the informal care of Lilith, Beauty-Ebony's teenage daughter, who effectively raised her as her babysitter. Abbie's parents displayed no inclination to provide her with proper care or attention. Lilith, who took her responsibilities seriously, noticed the bruises that marred Abbie's skin whenever she helped her with bath time, as Abbie was too frightened to do it herself. Concerned for Abbie's well-being, Lilith took action.
Disturbed by the signs of abuse, the neighbors lodged multiple reports with social services, resulting in at least three visits to Abbie's home to investigate the allegations of child abuse.
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Abbie had been placed under the care of Beauty-Ebony, a foster family who took her in to protect her from potential abuse within the foster care system. However, Abbie was eventually returned to her biological parents when they fought for custody. Looking back, Lilith regretted not advocating for Abbie's adoption by her family. She realized that her parents had been motivated by financial benefits and were driven by their desire for support checks.
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Although Abbie's foster parents initially entered into the arrangement for financial support, they genuinely cared for her well-being. Their primary motivation for fostering Abbie stemmed from their concern about her safety within the foster care system, where she could potentially face abuse from other individuals. They would have been willing to adopt her if the financial support checks were not a factor.
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To be continued...