Two Truths and a Lie

Emma took Ethan’s hand and squeezed it tight. “Listen, I’m not Sutton, okay? Maybe we’re alike in certain ways, but I would never hurt you. You have to know that.”

Ethan nodded slowly, linking his fingers through hers and returning her squeeze. “I do know that. I swear. And I’m sorry I’ve been so distant. I should have believed you.”

Emma should know the truth about stars—even though it seems like they’re close together, up there in the heavens, they’re a zillion light-years apart.