George
The suspicious look on Eric's face was evident as he awaited Lena and me to answer his question. I could see the fear on Lena's face and I knew if I didn't say something to cover up what he heard, Lena might make matters worse. "I—"
Lena beat me to it by holding her Dad by the arm. "I was telling Uncle about my plans to reconcile you two. He was telling me to leave before you find out." I held in my laughter at the made-up lie from Lena.
Eric spared me a glance, his eyes lingering on mine. "We didn't fight." He spoke.
"Of course, you fought. It's pretty obvious. It was written all over your face the other day. You wouldn't let me in when I asked. And I won't allow that to happen."
Eric rolled his eyes in return. "Like I care."
"You do. Because I'm your only family." I chirpe
