Monica was unable to discern as to whether or not Sly heard their conversation. Nevertheless, she didn't know why she was trying to play Veronica's game. She could tell Sly about everything but what happens then? What if he gets angry and confronts Veronica? Will she get the peace she has been yearning for by creating a conflict between a mother and son? Yes, they weren't on good terms but she wasn't willing to add more spice to the already sour relationship.With her thoughts in motion, she decided to find a way of dealing with Veronica without using Sly's help. However, she disliked the act of lying to Sly. Guilt covered her face as she looked everywhere except focusing her gaze on Sly. What happened to their promise of no secrets? Well, the fact is, this involves her mother-in-law, whose acceptance she is aiming to boost. She had to act tacitly.Since Barbara was standing close to the door, it was natural for Sly's attention to be on her. He gazed at her skeptically

Having realized that the couple was asleep, Veronica finally got onto her feet. It was past midnight and the lights were off. She couldn't turn on the light to cause either of the couple to wake up and decided on going through the dark. She gently opened the washroom door sauntering slowly, but unfortunately, her leg hit the couch. She gasped in pain, the bedside lamp intermittently lit up, with Sly sitting on the bed, staring daggers at her. The room wasn't brightly lit by the bedside lamp but Sly could see Veronica's form. He stood up and ambled towards her, not wanting to disturb Monica's sleep. "We need to talk," Sly whispered, secured his palm around Veronica's arm, and walked her out of the door, through the corridor to her bedroom. Releasing his grip on her, he went to her washroom and turned on the faucet. Coldwater and hot water were all pouring out in huge force. Veronica's face flushed. Sly was agitated. He could see through his mother's plans. She was just bent on ruinin

Monica's insecurities resurfaced at the sight of Veronica. She was in a one-piece suit and appeared to be thirty or less in age. She was beginning to trust Veronica but at this point, she doubt has replaced the trust she so built. She began to regret not agreeing with Sly. Having another intimate moment ruined wasn't an accident, yet, she forced a smile and looked away, swimming to the end of the pool. Veronica purposely ignored Monica, focussing on Sly."Come on, Sly, it's just a coincidence. I've been dying for a swim since I returned. I hope you don't mind if I join you, right?" Veronica said, making herself comfortable at the edge of the pool with her legs in the water."Of course. We were done anyway," Sly said,  swimming towards Monica when he heard Veronica's voice. "What happened to us spending time together?" She yelled after him."Yeah, I almost forgot to tell you that, if you want to spend time together, that has to be planned. You can't continue

Immediately Veronica heard Sly's instruction, she understood that Sly wasn't going to let it go and stormed out of the study, banging the door behind her. Sly did not show any remorse and told his father, "It's the right thing, dad."Mr. Herbert Norman breathed out a breath he did not know he was holding. "I know, but it's also dangerous. She's my wife and I still love her so I will not proceed with divorce until she asks for it. But you do what you have to do and watch your back. She might not be joking about Monica.""Leave Monica to me dad, and have some rest. Mum cannot keep her ex behind your back and keep defending him openly," Sly reiterated."What if she is involved in moving the funds? Or perhaps they were based on her instructions? That would mean she has to be prosecuted too?""Don't worry Dad, she is still my mum. If Mr. Welbeck confesses that she was involved in any way, I will withdraw the case against him. Please rest now," Sly said and tur

Monica projected the screen of her laptop through the fifty-inch LED TV on the wall. Mr. Herbert Norman was anxious but Sly was embedded in confidence. As soon as the report appeared on the screen, Veronica's smile froze, a horrible look covering her facial features. At the last minute, the IT team had been able to recover Monica's files and sent them to Sly.Sly was proud of Monica's work, as it neared perfection. Monica's presentation was on point. She was clothed in confidence, her voice steady. Applause echoed through the room with cheers of congrats, as Monica took her seat beside Sly."I think Monica is perfect for the position. I vote," Mr. Lawson, a shareholder, exclaimed."I think so too," another board member spoke. Votes were ringing down Monica's name but the only one who remained silent was Veronica and Mr. Bruks. As every eye focussed on her expectantly, she got up and stormed out of the board room. The meeting went on as if she never