"Are you okay, babe?"

They were in the car driving back to Scotty's place. They hadn't discussed it, but both knew that Vanessa wouldn't return to sleep another night at Charisma's parent's house.

"You've been quiet since we left."

Vanessa placed a hand on Scotty's knee.

"I've been thinking about Jalissa." She shared her fears about Mr. Johnny.

Scotty's expression darkened. "That bastard. He's still destroying lives long after his death."

"I want ...