Little Lies Novels & Stories

A Web of Secrets, Desires, and Billion-Dollar Deals . Rubi leaned in closer, ready to reveal the hidden truths that could change everything they thought they knew about Lloyd. She smiled mischievously, her eyes gleaming with a hint of mystery. "Oh, Savita, there are things about Lloyd that would make your head spin. Let's say he has more skeletons than anyone could imagine in his closet. But rest assured, my dear, those secrets will never see the light of day."

I replied with a shrug. "Let's just say that I'm curious because I'm bored and also because anybody could be interested in hearing how two lovers met and since I don't have anything else that I'm doing with my time, I just want to listen to a story about how you met him. So, will you tell me or are you going to ask me to mind my business?" I asked. I desperately wanted her to tell me the truth but I'm not expecting her to be completely honest with me because it would make it obvious that their story wasn't exactly normal but I still wanted to hear her say something because I believe that in every lie, there's always an iota of truth.

She said as she pulled on some fresh clothes. “Bet you are…” Nela said and they both giggled. “Come on, Mira’s already digging in and if you’re not quick there won’t be anything left.” They walked out of her bedroom. And Mira turned, her mouth half stuffed with food to see them. “lisa!” Indi said. “How are you feeling?” “I’m good thanks.” “It wasn’t the mermaids was it? Maybe they were too strong..” “No it wasn’t that.” lisa said but she couldn’t think of anything else to say. She didn’t want to lie to them.

“I don’t have a man to tell me I can’t and since I’m unemployed that makes me a free agent. You sleep on that and let me know if you change your mind, goodnight.” I hung up. I wanted to talk more, but apparently my mom was really enjoying whatever Stanley was doing to her. Her moans were getting loud. I quickly turned my computer off, connected my headphones, and turn the volume up to its max. My phone beeped with a text from Kalil telling me I was being unfair. I’m being realistic. Being a barmaid at his club wouldn't be enough to get me my own place and pay for school and transportation. Anything else wouldn’t be enough.

Before I could continue, my mother's voice rose in both frustration and disappointment. "Living in lies and deceit is not what defines catching fun, Ashley. Look at your friend Jessica, she works hard and accomplishes great things. You quit your job months ago, claiming it was beneath you. Who do you think you are?" Her words struck a nerve, and I couldn't help but feel a twinge of guilt. "Mother you know all these aren't my fault, we will talk later I have an interview today" I says "Lier that's what you're" mother replied.

But that's okay. No, I can't tell him that. So I make up a lie. “See... I was about to get grounded. So I ran out of the window. Because I didn't want to be grounded." I know my lie didn't sound believable. It is obvious it is far from true. "Totally." Sarcasm drips from his words. Then it is silent. Again. We pulled up to his house. It is big. It is definitely bigger than mine.

She seemed… like she fit in. Nelson retreated. "No… no. That's not real." "It is real," Liora said. "I took it myself." His hands shook now. "She told me she needed to work… that she didn't know anyone here… that you were her only friend." "She lied," I whispered. Simeon didn't say a word, but I could see the anger on his face. His jaw was tight, and his eyes flamed with icy rage. Nelson slumped onto the couch, his face buried in his hands. "I told her everything… I even told her about Vincent… I—I trusted her."

I ran my hand along the wall, the dresser, the bedpost, just to make sure it was all real. When everyone went to bed, Emily stayed behind with me in the living room. We sat in silence for a while, just listening to the ticking clock. “You know,” she said quietly, “you’re stronger than you think.” I smiled faintly. “Maybe. Or maybe I just got tired of being broken.” She looked at me, her eyes warm. “Either way, you made it.” Deep down, something still lingered. A faint unease I couldn’t name, it felt like I was living a lie and I'd still go back to that hole. The deep scar in my chest throbbed, I held my chest tightly.

He looked at my father and gave Dave a very hard look, then walked out. “What are you doing here?” “That's not how you speak to your husband, Rhea.” My father's voice was calm. I sat up straighter, ignoring the pain shooting through my ribs. “I don't know what he told you, but it's all lies. Every word…” “I know everything.” He cut me off. “The surrogate. The ex-girlfriend. The donor eggs due to your medical complications. Which part is the lie?” My mouth opened in disbelief. “You…you can't actually think this is okay.”

“I’m sorry, but please hear me out! “Actually, I’m a fresh graduate! I’m just carrying out my internship! “John found me and asked me to play along with him by paying me a lot of money. I’ve also been forced to…” I was baffled when I heard that. “You actually harmed an old person over such a ridiculous reason!” John saw that his actions were exposed. His eyes flickered, and he started to make up stories. “Peter, Janice, I did this for a reason! “I was forced into doing this! Helen has not been pregnant after a long time. That day, she was in a bad mood when she found out that Gabby was pregnant, so she scolded her and accused Gabby of being my mistress.