Accusations fly
I expected her to falter, but was surprised when she accused me of creating everything to build a gap between them. ‘You’ve always been jealous of our connection,’ she explained, folding her arms. ‘This is again another of your plans.’ Her confidence rattled me, but I remained firm. ‘I did not make this up,’ I insisted, looking to my brother for support. Cassie’s eyes glittered with guile as she resumed her performance.
Accusations Fly
Brother torn
My brother was plainly conflicted, unsure whom to believe. He kept looking between us, his expression a mixture of confusion and hurt. ‘I’m not sure what to think,’ he said, rubbing his temples. ‘This is too much.’ Cassie used the chance to place a reassuring touch on his shoulder. ‘You know I’d never hurt you,’ she whispered quietly. The situation remained unresolved, and I felt compelled to move swiftly.
Brother Torn
