Becoming a better mother

I kept staring at the deflated skin in front of me for a while, trying to search for another way to deal with Małgorzata, but I couldn't think of anything right now.

I should make sure Kasia can grow up properly and feel loved...

In all honesty, I didn't mind settling here for now. I already had a ton of fun touring Europe and started to feel the need to stop somewhere and live a more relaxing and stable life for a while.

I started to undress, admiring the sexy body I borrowed only recently a final time before pulling on my neck.

It was nice being you, Zuzanna, take care...

My own face got freed from Zuzia's, and I quickly removed the rest of her skin, doing my best to avoid moaning as I regained my original genitals.

As I grabbed Małgorzata's skin, I realised that I was about to switch skins for what would probably be the last time in a very long while. Becoming Małgorzata would mean taking care of Kasia until she grew old enough to live on her own, after all. I glanced at my original body, smiling slightly, it was the final time I'd be able to see it. There was no doubt in my mind that my original skin would break while I'd be living as Małgorzata.

Time to say goodbye to Edward forever...

It should have felt weird, knowing that it was the last time I'd ever be myself, but I grew so used to being someone else now that it didn't affect me that much. The small transitional periods when I switched skins always made me uncomfortable, I prefered being comfortably hidden underneath someone else's skin.

I opened the skin's back and quickly slotted my feet inside hers, rushing to get it done as fast as possible to not attract any unwanted attention. Her feet became mine shortly after and I pulled up, sliding my arms into hers and covering my mouth to contain a moan, a sensation I got so used to feeling now spreading within me as Małgorzata's vagina and womb became mine. It was always such a wonderful sensation, I still haven't gotten bored of it after almost a year. Finally, I took a deep breath and pulled Małgorzata's face over mine, it immediately constricting around me. Her skin tightened as her memories felt even more vividly present in my mind, and this now familiar feeling of belonging and peacefulness washed over me as I fully took ownership of Małgorzata's body and soul.

I smiled as I opened my eyes, glancing at my new body. Your life is mine, and I'll make a far better use of it than you~

There was something so utterly satisfying with taking everything from a disgusting being like her and making her life mine to shape as I pleased.

I got dressed in my elegant suit and closed my eyes again, tweaking Zuzanna's memories to hide any trace of my presence inside her skin. She was genuinely worried for Kasia and wanted to have a discussion with her mother, and her mother had a change of heart after hearing her, apologising and promising to be a better parent.

Perfect~

Once done with the memory tweaking, I dressed Zuzanna's skin and restored her, patiently waiting for her to regain consciousness. As soon as she opened her eyes, I feigned being concerned.

"Are you alright, Ms. Kaminska?"

She held her head as I helped her get up. "What... What happened?"

"You lost consciousness suddenly. Should I call an ambulance?"

She shook her head. "N-no need. I'm fine. Sorry about that." She then smiled at me. "Anyway, I'm glad our conversation went well, Mrs. Zielińska. I hope you'll have a nice day."

I smiled back. "Thank you for helping me realise my mistakes. Take care, Ms. Kaminska."

As I left, I heard Zuzanna muttering something under her breath. "I told you, Karol..."

It made me giggle softly as I closed the door and joined Kasia near the entrance. She started shaking slightly when she saw me coming, it hurt me to see her like this. I would need to work hard to earn her trust and be the mother she deserved.

"I'm back, Kasia." I said as I knelt next to her. "I had a long discussion with Ms. Kaminska, and... I'm sorry."

Kasia was obviously surprised to see her 'mother' apologise.

I looked down, starting to cry. I had to be convincing, but it didn't take much effort for me to truly feel pained. I already knew what to avoid doing to be a good parent. My former parents were utter assholes, after all. I'll be far better than them and Małgorzata.

"Nothing could justify the way I've acted towards you, but I hope you'll forgive me someday. I promise I'll be the best mother I can be, from now on... I'll be a new person."

She didn't speak, confused by her mother's sudden change of attitude.

I gave her a warm smile and gently took her hand. "Let's get back home and I'll cook whatever you'd like, alright?"

The two of us walked to the car, but Kasia was still nervous. Not that I expected her to instantly forgive me and act like nothing ever happened. It will take a while for her to relax and trust me.

"Tell me, what would you like? We could buy some strawberry pierogi for dessert, maybe?"

Kasia loved pierogi in general, but especially sweet ones like strawberries or blueberries ones. Her father, Andrzej, often made some homemade ones for her. I didn't know yet how to prepare pierogi myself, but it was something I wanted to learn if it meant making Kasia happy.

Kasia timidly nodded, so I decided to stop by a grocery store on the way to buy what she wanted. I also bought some biscuits and fruit juices for her, since, like most kids her age, she was very fond of sweets. She quietly followed me as I strolled through the stalls and filled the basket with nice food for her.

After that, the two of us went back home. Małgorzata and Kasia lived in a pretty comfy house in the suburbs, thanks to Małgorzata's income as a lawyer. There was a nice garden, albeit one that needed some maintenance, as Małgorzata neglected it since Andrzej passed away. It had a small swimming pool as well, one Małgorzata loved to use during the summer.

It's quite the cosy life I ended up taking, hmm~ I mused while parking the car.

"Do you need help with your homework, Kasia?" I asked, smiling at her.

She shook her head.

"Okay, but don't hesitate to ask if there are things you struggle with. I'll help you as best as I can."

She started to walk to her room, ready to do her homework like usual, but turned around and glanced at me for a few seconds before going upstairs. I could easily imagine how confused she felt after such a sudden change of attitude from her mother.

After storing the groceries I bought, I went to my bedroom. An elegant one, finely decorated, with a king-sized bed, a huge wardrobe, a large shoe closet, a wooden desk with a laptop, and a cabinet with dozens and dozens of files Małgorzata worked or was working on.

I approached the mirror and observed the body I took as my own, smirking as I brushed my red hair. Małgorzata was a rotten bitch, but I had to admit that she was quite beautiful, or well, I was beautiful, now. Ever since I decided to steal her life, I felt so incredibly good in her skin. Unlike with other skins I wore before, I didn't feel an ounce of guilt, only pure satisfaction.

I'm so pretty~

After admiring my new self a bit longer, I went to the desk and switched on the laptop, looking at the case Gosia was currently working on. A woman cheated on her husband and the husband asked for a divorce, a pretty common type of case. Gosia was the husband's lawyer, and the trial was in three days.

She already prepared everything, it should be easy.

I made some last minute adjustments she wanted to make and contacted the client to remind him of the date, just in case, since some clients could be forgetful.

I then went back to the kitchen and started to cook dinner. With the amount of lives I've been living since last year, I got a lot better at cooking. I made some sweetened sour cream for the strawberry pierogi and then focused on the main course, 'kotlet schabowy', pork cutlet coated with breadcrumbs and served with boiled potatoes. It was a fairly typical Polish dish. It smelled very good, I was quite proud of my attempt.

Once done, I went upstairs and knocked on Kasia's door. "Kasia? Dinner is ready."

I waited a brief moment before she opened the door slowly.

"Did you finish your homework?"

She timidly nodded.

I rose my hand, Kasia closing her eyes, visibly expecting to be hit. But I instead gently caressed her hair, smiling at her warmly. She just stared at me, stunned.

"Good work, sweetie~ Let's eat before it gets cold."

I held her hand and led her to the kitchen, serving her her plate. We started to eat in silence, Kasia still too shy to speak to me.

"How are you finding school, sweetie? Ms. Kaminska told me you had really good grades, but do you have friends there too?"

"N-no."

"You're a kind and smart girl, I'm sure you'll make friends in no time if you try."

She didn't say anything, she simply continued to eat. I really liked my cooking, it was delicious, and I believed Kasia was enjoying it too, especially when we reached the dessert. She devoured her plate of sweet pierogi, it was adorable.

"I'm glad to see that you love them so much. I'll do my best to learn how to make homemade ones for next time."

She sheepishly looked at me, her head low. "I-is it... real?"

"What is?"

"You... being so different..." She muttered.

I got up and went to give her a hug. "Yes, it is real. I have changed, and I will keep trying to be a good mother for you from now on, I promise. I love you, sweetie, and the old me was stupid for not realising how much you mattered to me."

After a moment, she hesitantly hugged me back. I was relieved, she seemed to be willing to forgive what the old me did. I knew I still had a long way before fully gaining her trust, though. It'd take a lot of efforts.

I never expected to become a parent so soon, let alone a mother, but I'll be the best mother I can be... I swear it.