Chapter 725

It took me two hours to shower, change, and cover up the marks on my face and neck with a layer of foundation. But as soon as I got to the office, the first person I ran into was Cindy. She greeted me politely, "Morning, Nance." Although her tone was friendly, her eyes scanned my face and neck several times as if she were inspecting something. On a regular day, I would've pointed out her lack of manners without hesitation, but today, I felt guilty. Not for any other reason but because I had forced myself on her boyfriend last night. Before, I felt no guilt because every time Bruce took me by force, I was the one enduring it passively. I harbored resentment toward him and didn't feel like I owed Cindy anything. But last night, I lost control and willingly threw myself at Bruce. I couldn't even look Cindy in the eye. My smile was a bit forced. "What are you looking at, Ms. Lane? Is there something on my neck?" "Oh, no, no, I was just admiring the scarf you're wearing today. It's r