C22 Release the tension

Creed turned around and looked back at the water.

“Instead of turning away from me, why don’t you tell me what’s really bothering you.” I stared at his back and waited for him to turn around to face me.

“What do you mean? You know why I’m upset.”

“No, I don’t. I know you’re lying to yourself. You’re not really mad at Dawson or me. We agreed not to keep any more secrets from each other