"Are you okay, babe?"
They were in the car driving back to Scotty's place. They hadn't discussed it, but both knew that Vanessa wouldn't return to sleep another night at Charisma's parent's house.
"You've been quiet since we left."
Vanessa placed a hand on Scotty's knee.
"I've been thinking about Jalissa." She shared her fears about Mr. Johnny.
Scotty's expression darkened. "That bastard. He's still destroying lives long after his death."
"I want to try to find her. I don't know if she's still in Winton Terrace but can you ask around?"
"Yes, honey. I'll do that." He seemed suddenly in deep thought. "Did you mention to Beady about what Tino did to you?"
"No. I got the impression that she had no idea about it."
"I never told her and I don't think the others did either. She and Tino
