"What are you talking about? Rina? Is that a name? Mrs. Sykes, I'm not sure I understand what you mean."
Calista's gaze flickered slightly. She instinctively touched her right thumb, feigning composure as she responded.
How did Belinda recognize her? Her disguise skills were so good that even her teachers had praised her.
But instead of answering, Belinda let out a cold laugh. "Rina, you might be able to fool others, but you can't fool me. Do you even realize that every time you're nervous and lying, you subconsciously touch your right thumb?"
Calista's breath caught. Did she... really have that habit?
Seeing her reaction, Belinda wasted no time. She grabbed Calista's wrist and dragged her to the back garden.
Once they were alone, Belinda pulled Calista into a tight hug.
"Rina, I'm
