The Side Piece: A Serial Drama by JM Vella

Valerie delivers an ultimatum as only she can...

Chase discovers his plan to eliminate Shanda is thwarted by Valerie.

The police show up to investigate the shooting.

Pistol packing mama Valerie comes through in a dangerous situation.

Trouble ensues when Valerie and Maryann meet up for a girl's lunch at the Shangri-La Café.

Chase takes desperate action.

Maryann tells Chase about her strange encounter at the club.

Shanda bluffs her way into the Greenhaven Lake Club to talk to Maryann.

Shanda gives Chase an ultimatum.

Chase is resolved to wait as long as it takes to talk to Shanda.

Each determined to have a show down on their own terms, Chase and Shanda miss each other completely.

Shanda seeks out Valerie for advice.

Maryann confronts Valerie and Jacie nearly blows Chase's cover.

Chase manages to intercept Shanda's voicemail to Maryann.

While Maryann and Chase wait for answers about Jack, Valerie insinuates herself.

Chase's family night is interrupted.

Shanda is heartbroken and in need of a distraction.

Chase has a serious talk with Shanda.

Chase consults with Jack's doctor.

Chase has time to reflect on his relationships while staying the night at Jack's beside. Will he end it with Shanda?

Chase and Maryanne share a quiet moment in the hospital.

Shanda meets Valerie.

Chase rushes to the Emergency Room, leaving a frustrated Shanda behind.

While Chase sneaks off to spend the night with Shanda, there's a family emergency at home.

Chase admires Shanda's business acumen, and some other things.

Chase juggles business with pleasure.

Chase looks forward to getting Maryann alone after dinner.

Maryann runs into Valerie a second time.

Chase tries to make up for forgetting their anniversary.

Maryann is less than thrilled to run into an old college sorority sister at the club.

Chase meets Shanda for brunch while Maryann takes the twins to their Tennis lesson.

Chase confronts his wife.

Look behind the surface of Chase and Maryann's marriage.

Chase is very late for dinner.