My fourth and final escape the perpetrator tried to lure me back as he did many times. An abuser will walk away from a relationship as if it is a "normal" breakup. Dismissing his violent and controlling behavior as if it was well deserved. He will will eventually charm and groom others, while in a relationship, making his new supply suspect of his victims credibility. He is textbook. He is dangerous. I remained calm and rational while obtaining an Order of Protection and securing my safety, knowing how calculating, malicious, manipulative and violent he is, and continues to be.
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They will use the systems intended to protect you, to control you