The Betting Game

Chapter 13 - Another Bet

Shana went by Angelica's office around 5:30 p.m.

"Knock, knock...you ready to go?" asked Shana.

"Yes. I'm starving."

"We can take my car."

"I was actually going to follow you because I'm not coming back."

"Ok. What do you have a taste for?"

"Hmmm...a big, juicy burger."

"Ok. I know just the place."

Angelica followed behind Shana's black Lexus IS 350C until they reached Red Robin. They were seated in a corner booth towards the back. The waitress immediately went over and took their drink and appetizer order.

"How was your day?" asked Shana looking at the menu.

"Good. I had orientation today."

"How'd that go?"

"It went well. I'm all set to travel next week."

"Damian, too. He's been working non-stop. He's still at the office."

"There's a lot to do."

The waitress came with their drinks and took their entree orders.

"I wanted to talk to you about Damian."

"What's up?"

"I lied yesterday. I think something's bothering him."

"Like what?"

"I'm not sure. But last night, I thought about what you said."

"What are you talking about?"

"You taking Damian from me."

"Why would you think about that? I told you I'm not interested."

"Because I want to see if that's true. I want to test him."

"What!" yelled Angelica just as the appetizers arrived.

Angelica got quiet as the food was placed on the table. After, she finished her conversation.

"You want to use me to see if your husband will cheat on you? Have you lost your DAMN mind!?!" exclaimed Angelica.

"I'll pay you."

"You can't afford me! And I'm not for sale!"

"Hear me out."

Shana wanted to know if Damian was having urges to sleep with other women again. He'd been a little distant lately, which was the first sign. For example, he wasn't concerned with having sex and preferred working late rather than coming home. He also changed the passwords on his cell phone and laptop. She feared the worst considering his infidelity issues from the past.

"At least I know you...and I won't have to worry about you trying something behind my back," said Shana.

Angelica got upset and offended. But the more she thought about it, she looked at Shana and started laughing.

"Shana...I told you I don't date married men. My men have to be single because I demand ALL of their time, attention and money. So, your husband is of no use to me. But I know what's going on. I see you're still full of shit! What's his name?"

With a disconcerted look on her face, she asked, "Whose name?"

"Once a hood rat...always a hood rat! What's his name?"

"Fuck you, Angelica! I'm not a hood rat!"

She laughed and said, "I know you, Shana. I know where you're from and what you're about. Although I commend you on how well you've done for yourself, you're still a five-dollar hoe. So, I'll ask you one last time. Who is he? What's his name?"