The Truth
Thirty-Five: Lyra
We follow behind Brain as Tommy joins us, walking next to Brian in front of us. I’m scared of what is going to happen. I squeeze Clay’s hand as I feel his hand go from my lower back to wrap around my waist. He pulls me into his side as we continue to walk. That is when I notice Andre and Tabby hand in hand following us. I smile at the show of support around me. They will be here for me, my friends, my family. I take a deep breath and straighten my spine. I will be able to do this.
As we enter the meeting tent, I notice that Brian’s elders are also there. They don’t look happy but very interested in what is going on. Brain takes the head of the table. “Please everyone sits.” I don’t let go of Clays hand as we sit next to each other. “Lyra, I don’t believe you
