Family Betrayal: My Aunt Sold Me To Men, Forced Me Into Prostitution, Woman Painfully Narrates
Pauline Kendi’s story serves as a testament to the strength of the human spirit in the face of tragedy. Orphaned in 2019, she sought refuge with her only remaining family, her aunt, unaware that this refuge would lead to exploitation and abuse.
After losing her father in 2019, Kendi sought shelter with her aunt, her sole known relative.
Shortly after her father’s passing, Kendi’s aunt began exploiting her, arranging for her to engage in transactional sex with male clients in exchange for necessities.
Kendi recounts her shock upon realizing the true nature of her situation, as she was coerced into sexual encounters with clients who paid her aunt for the privilege.
Forced into a cycle of exploitation, Kendi found herself enduring pain and anguish, resorting to painkillers to cope. She became pregnant by one of the clients, and her aunt suggested she terminate the pregnancy.
Facing deteriorating health, Kendi was neglected by her aunt and forced to continue engaging with clients despite her condition.
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A pivotal moment came when a client showed compassion, rushing Kendi to the hospital when she feared she was losing her baby. Grateful for this act of kindness, Kendi’s child was ultimately saved.
Despite giving birth, Kendi’s exploitation continued, with her aunt profiting from her suffering.
Struggling to escape her situation, Kendi fled briefly but returned due to financial constraints. She eventually gave birth to a daughter as a result of her exploitation.
Determined to break free from her past, Kendi received a small sum of money from her aunt to start anew, embarking on a challenging journey to establish a business.
However, tragedy struck again when Kendi’s trust was betrayed, and her son was sold by someone she relied on for support.
With the help of authorities, Kendi was reunited with her son after a harrowing ordeal.
In an emotional appeal, Kendi highlights the lasting physical and emotional toll of her experiences, seeking assistance to rebuild her life and ensure her child’s future.
Family Betrayal: My Aunt Sold Me To Men, Forced Me Into Prostitution, Woman Painfully Narrates