FAMILY
We got to the Sandejas mansion an hour later. The whole time we were inside the car, the two of us remained quiet. It was an awkward and excruciating silence but I could only remain quiet. I was afraid that I’d end up saying or doing anything that would make him suspect me. I knew he didn’t believe me when I answered his question earlier at the wine shop. It wasn’t really a convincing answer so I understand if he doubts me now.
“How’d you know my mom’s favorite wine?”
“Huh?”
“I don’t think I mentioned it before… so I’m curious how you found out it was her favorite.”
I immediately thought of an answer but even after wracking so hard on my brain. I couldn’t seem to create a convincing lie. The 1997 Bin 707 isn’t exactly a common wine that you can give to someone. And that’s ho
