“How can I believe you when I already know you lied to me?” I ask Evander. “I never lied to you.” His tone has become pleading. He’s begging for me to understand. I don’t. I can’t. “A lie by omission is still a lie. You didn’t tell me the truth and I wouldn’t have known to ask. You had to have known that this was something I would’ve wanted to be made aware of. It’s not fair to me otherwise.” “Faelyn…” “If I were you, Evander, I wouldn’t say another word until you stand before Conri. Save your breath to defend yourself. I think you’re going to need it.” Bardulf approaches, focusing on me
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