Nick held the silence awkwardly. It was rude to think that Monkey was an appropriate name for Monkey just because he looked like one. But it was his thoughts. He didn't exercise control over them. His mistake was that he had let them show on his face.
He was worried about Monkey's reaction. He wasn't worried about his safety. He trusted the tentacle.
But according to Sosora, Monkey had been just as vital in turning the tide as Muhso had been. What if Monkey changed his mind after Nick offended him and decided to turn the tribes against him again?
Nick didn't want that. They were getting along so well. He was really enjoying himself, the company, and the fruit juice that Mijko and Tilo had brought.
"Haha! Good lad!" But Monkey just laughed loudly and smacked Nick so hard on the back that it felt like he was about to lose his dentures. He didn't even have dentures.
