"Well that was a childish thing I suppose, and with work and being married, I just didn't have time for it anymore," I said, in as calm a voice as I could. Inwardly I was panicked and wanted to either scream or cry my eyes out.

I saw a fire flash in Elena's eyes. I was pretty good at reading people, and that look was one of anger, strong anger. What the hell would she be so angry about?

"I'm calling bullshit on that." she said quietly.

My mind was already several steps ahead, anticipating her to change the subject and just let the matter die right there. I started...