Five Years of Lies: My Secret Escape
Then, he changed his tune and said, "If it's for Xavier, then you must have intended to use it against Elsa, right? Maybe I should sell it to her instead."
He laughed smugly, evidently pleased with himself. I bit down hard on my lip. The metallic taste of blood filled my mouth instantly.
Suddenly, my mom snatched the phone from me and spoke with authority. "If you dare sell it to Elsa, I'll tell her family the truth from all those years ago."
My dad went completely silent.
My mom hung up the phone and said in reassurance, "He'll return your bag soon."
The frown remained on my face as I asked quizzically, "What is the truth from all those years ago? Are you acquainted with the Zermeno family
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