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So I told him the truth.
The simple version, anyway.
"Because she doesn't want you here."
For a second, something ugly flashed through his eyes.
Gone so fast, most people would've missed it.
I didn't.
Neither did Gerald.
Because he immediately realized I'd seen it.
That tiny loss of control.
That glimpse beneath the mask.
The silence grew heavier.
More dangerous.
Then Gerald smiled.
The fake smile.
The one that never reached his eyes.
"I'll see her."
"No."
His smile vanished.
Again.
"Eventually."
"No."
The word came out colder this time.
Gerald stared at me.
Long.
Hard.
Like he was trying to decide something.
Then, finally, he stepped back.
"You're making a mistake."
I folded my arms.
"No."
