The game and the scheme

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“Would you mind if I posed a quick inquiry to you? You decide whether or not you feel comfortable responding to it,” Monica spoke tentatively because she was married to William and was conscious that asking anything personal about him from his best friend would turn out bad for their relationship, but William was unwilling to talk about his past, which started affecting her now.

“Yes, it won't bother me. Go ahead!"

Brian said, his eyes wide and inquisitive as he studied Monica's face intently, oblivious that William was firing daggers at him with his eyes.

“How strong was his bond with Katherine? I am not apprised of this because he was unwilling to discuss his past," Monica demanded, catching a glimpse of William, who was staring in her direction with drinks in his hand. That gaze was quite threatening to her as if he was warning her.

“I honestly have no idea how strong their relationship was,”

Brian responded, bringing his eyebrows together in a contemplative manner,

“I've