They sat silently as Maxton drove to their destination.
Belle was happy she was able to convince him not to go to the cinema.
"It's because you told him the truth, a voice said in her mind. If you do that more often and even come out and be honest with him you will see how easy your life will be. He might even decide to cover Landon's bills. See what he did with Teja," the voice added.
Belle knew what her mind was saying was the truth and she could not deny that she had thought about coming out clean to Maxton before but she was scared. She could not risk it. This was beyond just her. Landon's life was at stake and she was not going to take that chance.
"But he deserves the truth," the voice reminded her quietly.
"I know," she said to herself and then turned to look at Maxton with a
