Gregory got home very confused. He lay on the bed, thinking of how to meet the requirements of the lady, without exposing his issues to the family. The money was there, but what excuse did he need to take it without making account for it?He couldn't take unnecessary risk, because Mariana's life was at stake, should Becca find out about them. As he lay quietly, drowning in his thoughts, the door went wide open, and Becca joined him on the bed.She stared at his boring face, she could sense something eating him up. She patted his cheek, and stared into his eyes."What's the matter? you don't look so good," she said, feeling concerned about him. He had to force a smile, to make her worry less, but she knew him too well. And he knew she could be very persuasive. But, not this time.Gregory was ready to take the secret to his grave, if need be, as long as he was protecting Mariana. "Come on, let me help you." She urged him, and he smiled and patted her cheek."I'm fine darling, I'm just
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