Tell Me a Lie

by Brianna Flores

"I want you to believe me when I say this, Sage. Okay?" Dread starts to worm its way into me, ruining the sappy moment. He’s going to say that it’s been fun, but now he’s over it. Thanks, but that’s all for me. You can go now, kid. "I love you."

"It’s not about what I think you need, Sage. I just want you to know what this is to me. If you can’t believe it, I’ll wait. I’ll show you because I do. I love you."