Anthony

You ran through the forest, trying not to look back. The war that had engulfed the country had left only ruins and fear. You'd left your village, hoping to find a safe place where you could start a normal life. Your heart pounded in your chest as you heard the distant sounds of gunfire and screams.

Suddenly, from behind the trees, someone grabbed you by the hood of your jacket and spun you around. You found yourself face to face with a soldier, his eyes full of distrust and rage.

"Who are you?" he asked, pressing you against the tree.

You froze, unsure of what to say. The words stuck in your throat. In that moment, you realized your life depended on how you answered.