“It’s okay,” I said softly. “You don’t have to lie to me. I know I’m not pretty, and that’s okay. Really,” I added as three pairs of eyes stared at me in disbelief. “I’d actually prefer it if you were all just honest and admitted you agree with Lu—” “Not a chance!” Ruarc snarled, squeezing me so tight I let out a pained whimper.
