CHAPTER NINE

I am holding Andrea in my arms, stroking her back gently. In this moment I don't know what to say or do. We've just made love, but I know she is playing me.

I know because I have read the text message, heard her talking to him on the phone, and I saw the kiss. She was planning on leaving me for that jerk, I thought.

She better hope for her sake, that she changed her mind. Because now I knew exactly where to find her if she left.

"What is on your mind?" Andrea asked. She never could stand the quiet.

"I was remembering when you asked me what I am proud of. The answer is you. And Penny. I love my family," I said looking into her blue eyes.

She looks up at me.

"You're a good father to Penny. She knows how much you love her," Andrea says looking guilty.

"I know you saw Shane again. We had a little talk, and tried to beat the shit out of me. He is hostile. You need to stay away from him, Andrea," I said forcefully.

"I haven't seen him," she lies.

How does she look me straight in the eyes and lie to my face? I wasn't letting it go this time. I forcefully grab her arm and pull her closer to me.

"I saw the kiss. I know you are planning to leave me for that asshole. But you are my wife legally. And I won't let you go ever. So don't try to leave or you'll be sorry," I threaten her.

"What are you going to do about it Philip? Are you finally going to lose control and kill me?" Andrea snaps.

"If you do as told, you won't find out," I said softly.

Andrea stares at me looking scared shitless now, she says nothing. I have never seen her speechless before. I watch as she takes off her shoes, and gets into bed. I take her into my arms holding her close. Once she falls asleep, I hide her car keys, cellphone, and wallet. If she was leaving me, it would be on foot with no money.

I wouldn't make this easy for her at all. No way in hell, would I allow my wife to leave me. If I couldn't have her, no one would.

Thoughts of killing her, run through my mind. I can see myself holding down the beautiful blonde, as she screams for her life.

Now, I am in a state of panic, and I can feel my heart racing faster. I would rather Andrea be dead than to leave with Shane. What was I thinking? When did I become this monster? I didn't want to hate Andrea, I loved her.

I get back into bed, and Andrea moves closer to me. Holding her close again, I think maybe everything will okay after all. I could forgive her kiss, and she could forgive my outburst.

I did love her.