Six

Her words hit me hard, like a blow to the chest. I thought I had banished the guilt I felt on the inside, but it was back; stronger this time.

“Arabella, you know that’s not true…”

“All I know is you’ve lied to me every single time…”

“No.”

“Yes,” she cut in sharply, “All you’ve done is lie…”

I shook my head. “No, I told you my name. I haven’t told anyone ever…”

“How convenient! That could be just another lie. Who knows?”

I knew she was purposely trying to hurt me, but that didn’t make it any less painful.

“I’ve never lied to you, Arabella. I bared my...