It happened so quickly and so suddenly Monnique couldn’t grieve properly. I was there for the funeral and the weeks and months afterwards, standing by her side and letting her cry in my arms. I hated seeing the pain she was in. And now her father passed away. Two parents in one year… There was no question where I should be. I would stand by her side because that’s where I belonged. I never loved anyone so much in my life. I would do everything and anything for her. I drove to her apartment and almost slammed into a car. I was in such a hurry that I was reckless. After Scarlet told me the truth, I couldn’t believe Monnique didn’t tell me herself. But after the way I screamed at her and made her cry, it wasn’t that surprising. I ran all the way to her floor then pounded on the door harder than I meant to. My adrenaline was still strong and I was desperate for her. When she didn’t answer, I pounded again.
