Chapter 15

"I didn't know you had company. If I had known, I would ruin your party earlier. You don't even answer me. I can't believe you…" realizing I almost did what Darcie did, I changed my complaining aim. "I am sorry. It's sickening."

He glared at me and I felt ashamed for throwing the pictures at him. I wasn't like that. I wasn't someone who would get angry easily; I knew how to contain my emotions and be professional, I knew how to turn a situation into something simpler… It must be the lack of sleep. I knew it; I had to sleep.

I picked the pictures one by one, tears threatening to come down. He grabbed them from my hands and examined them the way Darcie did.

"Such a lousy photoshop! I will look into this," he looked at me as my tears fell down; I was vulnerable. It's in these moments that I felt weak. I was taught to never express how bad you were or show weaknesses, that some people might use anything to do harm to you and they were right. I had to control my emotions.

"Did something bad happen because of these? I am sure it must be someone who knows me because usually, no one would do this. It's a child's play!"

"I am disappointed at many things. It doesn't have anything to do with you. I am tired and it was a mistake to come here. You were the first one I thought of… when I saw these… I mean I am confident I didn't do it… If I did, I would be in trouble and I mustn't cause troubles."

I peeked at him occasionally as he moved to a sofa and sat down. I suddenly got the image that the girl was loving him on it and felt a sting in my heart. He was a player.

"Well, I appreciate that. Show how much you thought of me since yesterday."

"I didn't think of you."

"You did and you dreamt about me, didn't you? Did I disappoint you when you saw a whore here? Technically we are married, but it's only a title. I remember someone being confident that she wouldn't fall for me."

"I didn't fall for you and I am not disappointed."

"You thought enough to come running with your pyjama on," he brandished his finger in triumph.

He laughed seeing me turn all red. I didn't notice I didn't change my clothes at all. Wait, all Paris must have seen me this way. It's embarrassing. However, I didn't come for this. I wanted to know why this happened.

"Is Claude a liar?"

"His name sounds annoying coming from your mouth, refrain from it. I don't like my wife speaking the names of other men in my presence. And yes, he is one, a big one on top of it. He must be the one who did that. Why? I ignore the reason and you should do the same."

Why should I ignore it? Or should I really do it? I was always advised to let things go when it is tough. But it wasn't my life. I should fix the relationship. What would Anais do if she came back? I am not an evil spirit… I don't want to ruin her life when I am in her body.

I watched his silhouette disappear inside his chamber and I finally had a chance to breathe. My body slumped against the sofa, so tired and hurt. I can't believe Darcie believed an outsider over her friend. It's true Anais lied to her many times but they weren't harmful ones.

My fingers unconsciously moved to my mouth and I started eating my nails. I promised I would let them grow into something but I just had to pick a bad habit and it became worse when I was stressed.

Andre changed into street clothes. This was the second time I saw him without a proper uniform. His biceps were so…

"I am glad my presence got your nails safe but you should dress up. Go take a shower! I will wait for you outside with clothes."

"Why?"

"To go out. Don't you think this is the best moment to have a change of scenery? Don't worry about it! Things will be fixed soon." A slow grin spread over his face.

"I admire your confidence but I guess people like you have it in their blood. I can go out like this. Since I came here wearing it, my image is already ruined. I won't have another burn."

"No, I think you really need a shower right now. It's that time already! You will know what I am talking about once you go to take a shower."

"Fine," I pouted. "At least tell me where we will go."

"For dinner. A night under the starry sky. In fact, it's good you are here today. It will be another show for the faces I want to cut down. My wife will finally meet my family up close. They have been crying about it for days now."

"Isn't it a problem we aren't living with each other?"

"They know it; they think I am obsessive over you that I don't want to hurt you. They know how of a bad person I am! I told them I am letting you do whatever you want, that you don't want to be separated from your friend. Anyway, each one takes it however he wants and I don't care about it. My conditions are met and I am eligible for the position," he smirked.

"Which position?"

"You, my Love, don't need to care or these things. It's a family matter."

I slid one last glance in his direction before going for a shower. His smile made me angry but I wasn't as bad as before. I removed my clothes and slid under the shower when I found out my period was here. What the hell? No wonder he forced me for a shower…

How did he know about it? My pyjama didn't show anything. It's creepy. I picked a tampon from my bag I always kept around because I don't know how Anais period worked; it came whenever it wanted and ruined clothes I liked. I slid it… inside. However, as soon as I was aware of it, the cramps started. What the hell?

Someone knocked at the door.

"Do you need to stay longer or should I help you out?"

"I appreciate your concern but I will get out soon. I am wearing my clothes now."

"I have your clothes on the bed. As soon as you go out, Dress up. Don't make us late for our night!"

I quickly darted to the clothes and wore them quickly; jeans and a red shirt exposing my arms with a jacket on top. It wasn't my style as I liked dresses but I am in no position to be choosy.

I sat down on the bed, curling into a ball, to alleviate my cramps but it didn't seem to work. It was like someone was stabbing knives inside me. I needed a warm blanket and a hot drink. I heard soaking your feet in ginger water would help.

I wasn't in my home and it was hard going now that I know my period is here. It must be because of it. The period makes the mood shift repeatedly, because of it that I cried.

"It seems we will not have to go out today. I assumed you would be alright but such a shame…"