Norman thought for a moment, then smiled at me.
"I get it. You're jealous of my wedding photos, aren't you?"
His hand slid around my waist.
"Don't worry. When I take new photos with Cindy, I'll get a set for you too, okay? We can take them right in front of her. Would that finally make you happy? Alright, get up now, or someone might see us."
Norman pulled me up, but my heart sank.
Julia came out holding my towel and clothes. "Julia, come clean yourself up."
Norman quickly let go of me, his lips pressed tight as he said nothing.
Julia acted as if she hadn't seen anything.
So, this was how bold they had always been. To think I could be so blind in the past.
I looked in despair, but Julia simply urged me to go change in a gentle tone, as if she didn't notice me. While I was still in a daze, she pushed me into the bathroom.
I turned on the tap, and in the mirror was Julia's face. The face Norman had always complained about.
I broke down in tears.
After a long time, I finally changed and came out.
Julia cheerfully held my hand. "Julia, I already told Norman that since you're here, you might as well stay for a few nights. There are plenty of rooms."
I didn't know what Julia was up to, so I looked at Norman. He didn't even spare me a glance and said coldly, "If Cindy hadn't begged me, I would've thrown you out. You'd better keep her company properly for the next few days, or I'll kick you out myself."
A chill ran through me. I knew exactly what Julia wanted.
She wanted me to watch her and Norman play as a happy couple.
While we were preparing dinner, Julia suddenly said, "I remember you said you're good at making bass in agrodolce sauce. It just so happens I like fish. Do I get the opportunity to try it today?"
I didn't know how to prepare fish at all. Just as I was about to refuse, Norman's voice cut in. "If you want to eat it, just have her make it. You hear that, Julia? Hurry up and get started!"
I couldn't be bothered to argue and went straight to the kitchen. The bass on the cutting board was still flapping around, and I had no idea what to do.
Suddenly, Norman hugged me from behind.
"Happy now? You'll get to see me in the next few days."
I felt nothing but disgust and didn't answer, but Norman went on without a care.
"It's just a fish. You already have me. Let her have this one."
I gave him an evasive smile. "Aren't you worried she'll find out?"
Seeing that I didn't refuse, Norman smiled and said, "Cindy trusts me completely. She'll never suspect anything. Wait for me in the guest room tonight, same as always."
With that, he left.
My heart skipped a beat. What did he mean by "same as always"?
Before I could figure it out, Julia strolled in. She didn't bother hiding anymore. "How does it feel to use my body, Cindy?"
"So, it really is you!" I shouted, tossing the fish aside in annoyance. "What did you do to my body? Swap us back!"
Julia laughed, covering her mouth. "Why would I? Your body works just fine for me! Aren't you still fooling around with Norman anyway? How does it feel to be a homewrecker?"
She looked at me with a mocking grin. I lost it and shoved her aside. Julia stumbled, and her hand hit the side of a pot of boiling soup. A big blister instantly appeared on her hand.
Julia screamed, "Ah…! My hand! It hurts!"
Norman rushed in as soon as he heard the noise. He supported Julia, then shot me a vicious glare. "Julia, how can you do this to Cindy? You're too spiteful!"
"I… I didn't mean to! I just pushed her a little, and she bumped into it herself!" I stammered.
Seeing the cruelty in his eyes, I panicked and tried my best to explain.
