MORE THAN FORBIDDEN
Someone laughed harder before asking whether I seriously believed I could keep lying to Lydia forever.
Ryan scoffed loudly after hearing the question. “You don’t understand Lydia,” he said confidently. “She’s naive, too loving, and desperate for affection.” My stomach twisted painfully while tears slowly burned behind my eyes. “That girl would do anything for love if you say the right words to her,” he continued. “Honestly, the best thing about her is her body, and that’s why I’m keeping her around.” The entire room laughed again while something inside me finally snapped completely.