8
Fiore
I wake in Monster’s bed, alone. The sun is out, but it’s still early. He’s nowhere to be seen, and he didn’t leave a note. Dragging myself from his bed, I return to my room and shower.
The weird euphoria I felt last night when he asked me to sleep beside him has worn away. Instead, I’m left with a sense of unease.
After all, we never really talked about the future yesterday. We had angry s*x and then we passed out together. That’s all.
I spend the morning lying in my bed, moping and reading. In the afternoon, I get dressed and take a walk in Audubon Park. The ancient oaks and Spanish moss are my only companions.
When I return, Jack the bodyguard is waiting for me outside, an idling SUV waiting. I purse my lips and get straight into the car, rather than talking about it. Jack
