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What makes you so sure?
Lara
You’re far too sure of yourself to have done something like that, even as a kid.
A grin breaks out across my lips. I love it when she’s fiery.
Me
Correct. But I did break my wrist as a child; I fell over my brother when we were racing. I’ve even got a neat little scar to prove it. You’re up.
Lara
I have an older brother, I’ve never broken a bone, and my parents are divorced.
She’s purposely gone with three similar to my own, but I won’t comment on that. I don’t want to spook her when she’s finally opening up, even if I did coerce her through a game.
Me
Second is the lie; surely everyone has broken a bone at some point.
Lara
Wrong. I have a younger brother.
Me
How old were you when your parents separated?
Lara
That’s not part of the game.
I guess that marks the end of my coercion. One way or another, she’ll open up to me in due course.
Me
See you tomorrow.
One Week Later
From: [email protected]
Subject: Edwards Catch Up
L,
Please schedule time on Friday for a catch up with Edwards. I’ll be in the office from 8:00am.
P.S. I hope you’ve got your truths and a lie ready.
Carter Lawrence
CEO | J. L. & Sons
