The right time
Henry, driven to action by his unresolved doubts, took Tommy gently by the hand and returned to his work. Henry’s decision to apologize for his outburst to Julia was not an act of regret, but rather a calculated action to maintain the charade. Julia had to believe that Andrea was telling the truth about a surprise planned for him.
The key to Andrea’s façade was part of Henry’s plan. Henry was surprised to find that Julia accepted his words, without hesitation. She immediately trusted his version of the story. Henry was fueled by this unexpected response, which strengthened his determination to uncover the truth. He now had an ally that would help him uncover the depths and secrets of Andrea.
A close eye
Henry watched his wife and assistant closely for the next few weeks. Andrea was back home after spending the day with their daughter, Tommy and Andrea. Henry went to his job as usual, and waited to see if an opportunity would arise. He had to catch her in the act. They had to adapt to a new schedule with a baby at home. The couple had to ensure that the baby was being fed, changed and placed down for naps.
Also, they had to ensure that Tommy received enough attention and did not feel neglected. The parents had to ensure that the house remained clean, and the baby stayed safe at all time. They needed to learn to better manage their time and to divide their attention among the two children. They needed to ensure that Tommy got enough playtime and the baby had enough sleep. They needed to learn to juggle both children to ensure that they received the attention each one deserved.