Chapter 10

So, that was why Benson was willing to keep Yara hidden and provide for her in secret. I found it ironic. "Benson, what was your first feeling when you found out she was pregnant?" He almost ran away when he heard my question. It was rare to see him like this. Ever since he turned 30, he had been the picture of composure. But he didn't need to answer. I already knew—it was joy. The joy of becoming a father for the first time. People were strange like that. With their wives, these men would be careful, following every rule. But with the women they kept on the side, they'd dance dangerously close to the edge just for the thrill. There were still five days left before the hiking club's activities ended. During those five days, Benson kept following behind me and Nessa, always keeping his distance—neither too close nor too far. I ignored him and focused on living my life with Nessa. When we were climbing, I would leave Nessa in the care of the club leader's wife. And when we came do