Chapter 187

Amanda's POV He called out, "Amanda." Though I knew he was calling me, I couldn't turn back. I walked past him, pretending that I was just a passer-by like everyone else on the beach, looking for my friends. I was excellent at acting. I knew what a human's most visceral emotional response was, and I could give people the best feedback. If I wanted to fool someone, I could. I swore to myself that this would be the last time I lied to him. I was such a paradox. I vowed never to cheat him again, yet at the same time, I also hoped to deceive him with my acting. I hoped that he could forgive me and continue to love me. He continued to call my name. His voice went from confused at first, to nervous, and then to bemused. He was getting closer and closer. I was utterly nervous. I forbore countless times, resisting the urge to turn back. I was not Amanda. I told myself that I was Abby. It was my graduation trip. I had an older sister. And it w