I Left Before Sunrise and Let the Truth Wake Them Up

be.”

Brandon leaned across the table.

“Just admit you lied.”

He smiled.

“Then we can finish dinner.”

I looked at each of them.

My father.

Certain he had complete control.

My mother.

Praying for obedience instead of honesty.

My brother.

Already celebrating another escape.

Then I quietly said,

“Alright.”

Dad relaxed instantly.

Brandon grinned.

He even winked at me.

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