Chapter 181

Brian and Sia drove quietly, barely stealing a glance at each other and keeping a stern look; no one wanted to say a word to the other.

When Brian became bored he turned on the CD player in his Chevrolet and a soft sonorous voice of Blues dominated their midst, as they sped across the chilly tar road of California.

Sia watched as Brian pulled over a boutique.

Once he turned off the CD player, Sia inquired, “Where are you taking me to?”

Brian rolled his eyes at her, “What does it look like?” he turned his gaze away from her, seeing that she wasn’t interested in eye contact.

"I want to gift you a shopping spree,” He mumbled and caught her gaze when she finally looked at him, her eyes full of surprises.

“I don’t expect that now. I thought you were driving me home,” she said softly.

Brian forced a smile and breathed hard, “you had better wear your seat belt because I am about driving you crazy. I just want you to know I made enough money from my drugs.

I can’t spend it a