Shadows Of Deception.

CHAPTER 22

Emily had the same worried look as Sarah. She looked shocked and confused, trying to understand what was happening. "Why didn't they tell us the important secret. " she asked, sounding frustrated.

I felt the heaviness of their words on me, reminding me of how we trusted our friends but were betrayed. As I started to doubt myself, I felt determined to keep going.

"I said we have to talk to them," I said, speaking confidently even though I felt unsure inside. "We should be told the truth. "

Sarah and Emily agreed and followed me as we went back to where our friends were waiting. The light from the torches made their faces look dark.

The boss of the group looked at us and smiled as we came closer, showing that he was happy to meet us. "Why are you back already. " he asked, sounding curious.

"I want to talk," I said in a strong and determined tone as I looked him directly in the eye. "We know that you have a secret, and we want to know the truth. "

The leader showed a brief moment of surp