Scars Of The Past

The next morning,

Veronica watched Aries as he shifted in his sleep and slowly opened his eyes. “Aries, are you alright?” She pecked his cheek, and he softly groaned. “What’s wrong?” She cupped his face.

“Should I call the doctor?” She panicked as he turned in her direction. “I’m sorry. I didn’t know you’re allergic to almonds!” She cried.

“It’s alright,” Aries said.

“No, it’s not! I shouldn’t have added almonds when you specifically asked me not to! What would’ve happened if I didn’t come to you last night? You could’ve died!” Her expression made Aries chuckle.

Veronica stopped ranting and glared at him. “You’re so bad!” She attempted to move away, but Aries was quick to pull her back to him and she was on the verge of crying again. “You knew about the almonds. Why did you eat?”

“I wanted to check if you leave me or stay back!” He said and Veronica looked at him, puzzled. “Why did you take the money from my grandma? Is money so important to you?” His hand rested on her waist und