“nobody needs to know.” nancy whispers, kissing you again. “it’s not like that, lovie. he and i broke up a few days ago, anyway.” she assures you. she’s lying, but that doesn’t matter. all that matters is you believe her. you soften, leaning into her touch. “you dumped him?” you ask softly, hopefully. “that’s right, babydoll.” she says. she knows she’s being cruel, but she can’t help it. she knows you trust her, she’s your best friend.