#Chapter 42-Truthful Lies

Evelyn “Oh, look at that sweater!” Mom squeals, looking in the window of the next department store we pass. “Who would you even give that to?” I question. “Me, duh,” she winks. “Mom!” I laugh at her. “What? Am I not allowed to buy myself new things?” She asks, aghast. “No, obviously you’re allowed! But we’re Christmas shopping.” “You’re no fun,” she teases me with a sigh. “Come on, who else do you need to buy for?” I ask, bumping shoulders with her as we go. We’re less than a week from Christmas, and Mom and I are finally out with every other person on earth buying Christmas presents in downtown New York. It’s not just frigid out here, it’s a madhouse. So far, I’ve picked up gifts for Gregory and Olivia. I already ordered Mom’s gift, though she’s blissfully unaware, and I just have one more person to shop for. Sebastian. While all gifts for everyone were surprisingly easy, I continue to turn down any gift I consider for Sebastian. How do I show him that I c