Chapter 431

Louisa said, "Wash."

Julian made excuses. "My hands are sore."

Louisa said, "No, they're not."

Julian tried again. "The water's getting cold."

Louisa said, "No, it's not."

Julian was getting desperate. "You'll catch a cold. You'll get sick."

Louisa said, "I have you."

In that instant, all of...