He exhaled heavily, “I don’t want to threaten you with calling Leander again. But that means you’re going to have to open up to me whether you like it or not.”

I stiffened, anxiety running through me. Somehow, I knew it was just a matter of time before he threatened to call Leander again. My brother loved me which meant he would go to any extreme to keep me safe, even if it went against my wishes. I didn’t have any choice now but to talk to him. I said quietly, “What do you want to ...