Would Lucas care about what Xander said? Any normal man, hearing such things, wouldn't be able to stay completely unfazed. Especially since he's always been sensitive about me and Salvatore.

　　Thinking about it made my heart twist into a knot. The power of words! Sometimes, slander and rumors can hurt more than any physical wound. A cut or bruise will heal, but lies and defamation can reach deep into a person's soul. They don't just hurt the heart; they tear apart trust and ...