Quote by Leslie Marmon Silko

The truth of course was otherwise, but Lecha had never felt she owed anyone the truth, unless it was truth about their own lives, and then they had to pay her to tell them.

The truth of course was otherwise, but Lecha had never felt

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This quote highlights the deceptive nature of the character, Lecha. It suggests that she has a habit of hiding the truth and feels no obligation to be honest, unless it benefits her financially. It implies that she manipulates people's perceptions and sells her version of the truth based on personal gain. This quote reveals Lecha's opportunistic approach to sharing information and presents her as untrustworthy and self-serving.

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