Continuation

Eventually I ran out of things to do and started on my way back home. It was late in the afternoon and I knew Vivian would be back fairly soon anyway. Knowing that made me feel better; I wouldn't be alone with Monica for too long. I was determined to minimize any opportunity she had to tempt me… or toy with me… or whatever it is she did. It was only gonna be a week. Not even a full week. Surely it couldn't be that difficult to hold out. She'll probably get bored anyway. If she even really cared. Did I want her to…?

When I got back, the first thing I noticed was the absence of my girlfriend's car. Damn. I went up the steps and let myself in with considerable anticipation. I wasn't even sure if Monica was going to be around. I tried not to admit that part of me wanted her to be waiting there for me…

Once in, I noticed her right away. She was balled up on the couch with some paperback book raised up to her face. Beca