When Secrets Are Kept

“Tell me about yourself.” Crystal asked as she took a bite from the banana.

“I go by the name Ellie and I am nineteen years of age. I have a twin sister as you may have known.” Ellie said in a robotic tone that made Crystal almost laugh and took drank her yogurt.

“Nice one.” Crystal said.

“And you?” Ellie asked.

“Huh?” Crystal looked up at her.

“I mean what of you?” She asked.

“Oh, actually, I am the female child and I have an elder brother.” Crystal said with a little smile.

“Wow. And where is he?” Ellie asked as she looked around.

“He doesn’t stay here and besides he is still learning.” She said.

“Learning?” Ellie asked.

“I mean that he is in his final year in University of Toronto.” She said.

“What course is he offering?” Ellie asked.

“International relations.” Crystal said and gulped down the coffee that remained in her mug. She belched slightly and went ahead to rinse the mug.

“Wow, such a competitive course.” Ellie said.

“Yeah, my brother is quite daring.” Crystal said, smiling.