When he saw me, he was visibly taken aback, even dropping his silver forks with a loud clatter.
"What's wrong?" I scratched my head, suddenly remembering Richard's history with Carol. Didn't they have a thing back in high school?
And here I was, wearing the very school uniform that probably stirred up all kinds of nostalgic feelings.
But whose fault was that? His own, of course!
Clearing out the wardrobe and bringing me back—was he expecting me to praise him for being so thorough?
The more I thought about it, the angrier I got!
No way! If I'm upset, I won't let Richard off easily either!
"What's the matter? Never seen an 18-year-old, youthful beauty before?" I taunted.
"Um." He replied, which only fueled my anger.
"You planned this, didn't you? You've been plotting all along!" I growled through gritted teeth.
The wardrobe had been full of clothes before. I didn't know if this uniform had been in there, but after he cleared it out, it was the only thing left.
What did that mean?
The more a man can't have something, the more he wants it. He didn't get to be with Carol in high school, so he found a substitute, dressed her in the old uniform, and acted out his unfulfilled desires!
I couldn't think like this! The more I thought, the dirtier his image became in my mind!
But based on my years of reading experience, I had a feeling I'd uncovered the truth!
Richard lowered his head, deep in thought. After a moment, he gave another "Emm."
It was confirmed!
"You pervert!" I muttered under my breath, unable to stop myself.
It's over! It seemed to trigger him!
He started walking toward me!
"Say one more word and I'll show you what a real pervert is," he said, licking his back teeth like a dangerous predator.
My face turned bright red!
I pushed him away and yelled, "You beast!"
"Beast!" came a loud, authoritative voice, making me jump and instinctively dive into Richard's arms!
When I looked back, I saw Mrs. Yukio from earlier in the morning, standing beside a middle-aged man who bore a striking resemblance to Richard.
The man's face was filled with fury as he glared at Richard, clearly disappointed.
"Richard, how could you do something like this?" The older man's voice was filled with disappointment as he pointed a finger at his son.
"What did I do?"