39 - Searching for answers

"It's nothing important, I will take care of it."

Of course, Monica did not believe Sly. She knew he was hiding something. Who in the right sense would throw a punch against an older man for nothing? Monica did not pursue it further but it persisted in her heart, whipping her for answers. 

Sly didn't want to tell Monica because he didn't want her to worry unnecessarily. Meanwhile, he was boiling like a volcano. When they arrived at the villa, it was very late. He carried Monica out of the car, bridal style. In time past, she would have been so excited but it wasn't so this time.

They were out of the public eye and there was no need to pretend anymore. All the emotions bottled up inside were begging for release. Monica realized that instead of Sly taking her to her room, he was heading for his.

"Sly,"

"shooo," Sly hissed. Monica adhered to his sleek command. He took her to his room and gently placed her on the bed.

"I will be right back," he m