Venom and Silence

Stella

“I mean your cheating, of course.”

Monica’s words cut through the air, leaving me feeling as though I’ve just been splashed with acid. It’s clear that her words were intended to cut deep, and all the while, Gideon just sits there beside her with a puzzled expression on his face.

My eyes are wide as I stammer out a response. “Ex… Excuse me?” I murmur.

An evil smirk tightens her face. “You h