“I don’t think I have the answers to those questions,” Courtney said curtly.Freya’s shoulders slumped at her voice, a knot tightening in her chest. The fact that Courtney kept hesitating showed that she was clearly hiding something.It was evident in her body language and jerky movements. Her eyes were downcast, and her hands were wrapped over her knees in the secluded area where she was.Freya almost gave up questioning, but for some reason, she kept persisting.“I like you, Courtney,” she kept persuading in a low and gentle tone. “I trust whatever you’re going to say because I know that you’re a good person. Listen to me, you might be afraid to say the truth or confess it, but know that I’m only trying to help you out here. Don’t be scared to open up, and stop trying to cover up for the people who are putting you through such hell. Your life is on the line, and I’m willing to make sure you come out of this soon.”Courtney’s gaze flickered, and she slowly loosened her grip. There was
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