The Truth of a Secret

by KB0520

Tris, still under the influence of the Truth Serum in Candor headquarters, finds herself being way too honest about what she wants from Uriah... Short - Tris/Uriah pairing. After writing/publishing this I finished reading book 3 of the real series. I feel I should mention that the parallels between this and the Tris/Tobias implied first time in the real books is 100% accidental.

1. Chapter 1

Chapter 1

I'm sure the Truth Serum would have been part of my fear landscape if I had known to be afraid of it. I never thought about it, but it makes sense that the Erudite would develop different Serums to make sure the initiations went well. Of course they would need something to help people in Candor be fully honest, like they made one to help us Dauntless learn to be brave. I have the aptitude for Erudite so a part of me knows it's logical that it exists, but I don't want it in my system. I dont want it racing through my veins forcing meto be honest, to be vulnerable to any and every question.

Unfortunately, I had no choice. With my palms sweating and heart pumping almost out of my chest, I sat there and answered the Candor's questions. I proved to them I wasn't a traitor, but am sure I lost Tobias and Christina in the process. How could they ever forgive me after what I admitted doing to Will. Ruthlessly, thoughtlessly shooting him between the eyes - and lying about it.

Now I sit here, in an abandoned hallway in Candor headquarters, still under the influence of the Truth Serum and hiding while I wait for it to where off.

After the questioning I caught the arm of the closest Candor I could and asked when I'd be free of the effects of the Serum. The man ensured me I would have to tell the truth for 24 hrs from the injection. I've estimated that I have about 13 hours to go, so hiding was really the only option I had. I figured if no one could ask me any more questions, then I wouldn't be forced to be honest. The trouble is that I'm getting hungry, and even in my misery I know I have to keep my strength up. It's already pretty late, but I can still hear people moving around the building, so I can't risk venturing out to find food yet. Today could not get any worse.

When I hear someone coming down the hall, I freeze. As he turns the corner though, I let out a huge breath of relief as I see Uriah walking straight towards me carrying a full plate and a glass of water. I'm relieved only because Uriah is safe to talk to. He's so light hearted and kind that I feel safe I won't reveal anything i'll regret - because he won't ask.

I know now that I shouldn't have let my guard down.