Allen was speechless and just kept staring at me. It was obvious that I had uncovered a truth that he wasn't ready to reveal.
"Why wouldn't you say anything?" I queried, my voice slowly rising.
"Shhh," he pulled towards me and placed his hand over my mouth.
"Shut it!" he said.
His reaction only pushed me into a struggle and I began to fight him off. Allen was definitely stronger than I was, so I made no progress with my quest, but instead, I was pinned to the bed by Allen.
"Just keep your mouth shut, would you?" he asked.
I had my back on the bed and Allen over me, with his hand firmly placed over my mouth, so I had no choice than to nod affirmatively.
"This makes no sense," I blurted, as soon as he let me go.
"You promised to be quiet." He immediately reminded me.
"And I
