My Stepfather Said I Had 5 Minutes To Leave After Turning 18. He Didn’t Know I Planned My Exit Weeks Ago

A Timely Arrival

The next day at noon, right on schedule, my letter landed in their mailbox. I’d planned it precisely—overnight express, reaching them by twelve.

It was a small victory, knowing they’d receive my words while still feeling triumphant from yesterday.

Probably still sipping coffee, the reality of my departure had hardly sunk in. But soon, they’d realize I was more prepared than they’d ever imagined.

My future was sealed in that envelope, ready for discovery.