Chapter 5

January 18, 2015

Sonny's POV

It had been a week since Sonny's world came crashing down. He is having a difficult time not avoiding Will. He wants to give him the opportunity to tell him the truth, but it is exhausting to pretend like everything is OK.

Will's article had come out 4 days ago. It was obviously a huge story. Which had made it so their financial worries were over, at least for the time being. Everyone at Sonix was very impressed with Will. Sonny was even proud of his husband. The article was very well written. But Paul was struggling emotionally. It was a huge step for Paul.

Calling Paul around lunch time had become a habit that seemed to provide relief to both of them. He would talk to Paul about his day, the club, Arianna, and Paul's plans moving forward. On a few occasions after a phone conversation with Paul, T had been commented on how happy Sonny seemed. One time T said he was happy that Will coming home had decreased some of Sonny's stress. Sonny did not tell him it was actually another man making him smile.

Sonny's Uncle Victor had started a new club in Salem this weekend, which meant Club TBD had been pretty dead. When he brought that up to Paul today, Paul had made him a business proposition. Paul said, "We should start a new club somewhere other than Salem." Sonny couldn't deny that he was interested in starting a new club somewhere else. But if things work out with Sonny and Will, how will Will feel about Sonny's ex being his business partner.

Paul had said, "I have more money and time than I know what to do with, and you have experience."

Sonny hesitated. "I don't know if that is a good idea."

"Well, take some time. Think about it." Paul had offered.

There was so much on Sonny's mind that he decided to go home early. When he arrived Will was not home. Sonny was happy to have an opportunity to think.

He had to face the possibility that Will was not going to tell him about Paul. He started to wonder if Will had cheated on him before, perhaps while Will was in LA.

His phone goes off. Sonny is surprised to see his dad's name on his phone. He quickly answers it.

"Hey dad. What is up?

"I am back in Salem."

Sonny smiled. He had not seen his dad in months. "That is great. Actually, I really need to talk to you. When will you be available to meet up?"

"I am free now. Want to meet me at the mansion?"

Sonny jumped off the couch and said, "Definitely. Leaving now."

Sonny hurried over to the mansion. He wanted his fathers advice.

Justin had walked Sonny into the study where they could talk privately.

Sonny told his father everything that had happened with Paul and Will. He told him about all of his doubts.

"Sonny. I know you love Will. The two of you have been through so much together. I understand that you are hurt and feel like the trust is gone, but time is a great healer. I wouldn't put a stipulation on the relationship. Will not telling you about the affair will not make your love for him instantly disappear."

"It is not about loving him. I need honesty. If he is not completely honest with me, then I want a divorce. I have made up my mind."

"Have you been completely honest with him? Did you tell him that you dated Paul in the past? Did you tell him that Paul kissed you when he came back into town?"

Sonny had to give his father credit. He made a good point. "But I was protecting Paul's secret by not telling Will."

"Maybe Will is doing the same thing."

"But Will slept with him!" Sonny yelled tears starting to form in his eyes. Sonny took a few deep breaths and calmly said, "If Will is not honest with me, then I want a divorce. And I want shared custody of Arianna. Can you help me dad? Please."

"I will help you with the divorce papers, but Sonny you need to be sure before you give them to Will."

"I will Dad. Thanks."

Sonny and Justin hugged.

Justin quietly said to Sonny, "In regards to custody of Arianna. It might help if Gabi is on board."

When Sonny left the mansion he immediately made an appointment to visit Gabi on January 21st.

Will's POV

Everything was getting better. His article was a huge success. Paul was out of his life. He was focusing all of his attention on being a good husband and father. So today he decided to take Arianna on a walk and stop by Club TBD.

When Will and Arianna stopped by Club TBD Sonny was nowhere to be seen. T came up to Will. He shook Will's hand and said, "Hey man. You just missed Sonny."

"Oh no. We were hoping to see him." Will looked at Arianna.

T said, "Well I think he was headed home. He has seemed so much happier recently. I am glad you are back to cheer him up."

Will was beaming. His plan was working. He told T, "Thanks man. I think we are going to head home to see Daddy Sonny." He smiled at their daughter.

When Will and Arianna arrived home they did not find Sonny. Will wondered where his husband could be.