58: Truth

CHRISTY:

Everette kept on looking at me and for once, I wanted to take back the words I said to him earlier.

It was embarrassing and scary at the same time. I did not want him to think that I was using his money for our family’s benefit. But what I was doing was already proof that I was taking advantage of his wealth.

What if…what if…

I mentally shook my head. One step at a time. I had to think of one problem at the same time. If not, I would burst.

“What would you use it for?” he asked, giving his full attention to me. He scratched the side of his neck.

I groaned internally.

Did he know I would be giving it to Mom?

Don’t overthink, Christina. It was only between you and your Mom.

I shifted in my seat as I looked for words on how to tell him. I would rather not say that Mom was blackmailing me so that I would give her money.

“I’m…I’m planning on starting a business soon. It was only an initial estimate and I might have asked for more. You can add it to our debt, Everette. I woul