leave the lights on

This is a brief interactive story examining the psychological aftermath of an abusive relationship. The narrative delves into the contradiction of missing someone who has caused you harm, questioning why victims often cannot simply hate their abusers. The game tackles themes of objectification, victim-blaming from oneself, and the role of degradation within an intimate context. At approximately 500 words, the story presents a compact but emotionally resonant exploration of these difficult topics. The game is positioned as part two of the Primary Lights trilogy, with corresponding viewpoint-based stories available in the Secondary Lights trilogy.