Chapter 218: Secrets and Lies

Luke and Emily sat together in the dark, secluded spot in the school, their hands intertwined as they gazed into each other's eyes. They had just revealed their secret to each other, and the tension was palpable. "We need to talk about Matt," Emily said, her voice barely above a whisper. Luke's eyes narrowed, his mind racing. "What about him?" Emily's expression softened. "We need to decide if we should tell him." Luke's grip on Emily's hand tightened. "I don't know," he said, his voice laced with uncertainty. "It's a big risk." Emily's eyes filled with compassion. "I know, but Matt is a good friend. He would never betray us." Luke hesitated, weighing the pros and cons. He had always trusted Matt, but this was a secret that could change everything. "What if he doesn't understand?" Luke asked, his voice filled with concern. Emily's face set in determination. "Then we'll face that together. But I think he'll surprise us. He's a good person, Luke." Luke took a deep breath, his he