Chapter 18 Hilda was awakened by the rays of the sun illuminating her room from her window . Ugh , what do I even do today ? She said to herself . Her phone beeped . She picked it up from the drawer beside her bed . It was a message notification from Jacqueline ; she was apologising for yesterdays outburst . Hilda heaved a sigh before placing the phone back on the drawer . She stood up from her bed , with little strength , grabbed a towel and headed to the shower . She turned on the shower , and as little drops from it fell on her skin , she felt calm . She thought about how her life had been these past weeks ; about how she was forced into this arranged marriage . She desperately wished she could go back to her previous life before all this . Its a little late for that now . She said to herself . Her thoughts were interrupted by a voice . Excuse me . It said , she turned her face a little , and her eyes locked with Alexanders eyes . He stood tall with a towel around his waist ; and he stared at her . She couldnt help but admire his features . His muscles dazzled out , and his abs were visible , which made her feel giddy . Excuse me , woman ! Alexander yelled . His voice startled her , and it brought her back to reality . She suddenly realised the situation she was in . She was naked- in the bathroom ; and Alexander was there . Turn around please . She said , grabbing a towel almost immediately . Im here for a cold bath . He said , ignoring what she had said . What happened to your bathroom ? Are there no other bathrooms in this large penthouse of yours ? Hilda asked . She felt a little ashamed that he had seen her that way . I dont have to explain anything to you . This is my house , and I want to make use of this bathroom . But- Get out ! Okay . Hilda said . She hurriedly left ; and sat on her bed , still in her towel , waiting for him to be out of the shower . Soon , Alexander came out from the bathroom . Water dripped from his body , and Hilda couldnt help but 14:24 False Name Falso Brido 15.606 Chapter 18 stare . What are you looking at ? Alexander asked coldly . I um = Save it , woman . Alexander said , before leaving the room . Hilda made sure to lock the door behind him , before returning to the shower . When she was done , she went to her closet and picked out some casual wear before lying comfortably on her bed . Still unsure of what to do , she picked up her phone and dialled Jacquelines number . It rang tirelessly at the other end before someone picked . If youre some random guy after Jacqueline , then you better end this call now or face the consequences . The person from the other end said . Um , whos this ? Hilda asked , confused . Thats not important . Now- Rachel ! Get off my phone !! Sorry , gotta go , bye . The person said , before disconnecting the call . Hilda thought . She was about to drop her phone on the drawer beside her bed before it rang . It was Jacqueline ; and Hilda picked it up . Sorry , Hilds . That was my younger sister ; Rachel . Jacqueline said . Hilds ? Seems youre in a good mood today . You only call me Hilds when youre really happy . I got a new job . Jacqueline said , excitedly . Im so happy for you , bestie ! Hilda said . Im so sorry about yesterday . I was only trying to defend you . Im sorry if I overreacted a little . Its okay , Jack . I appreciate you defending me . Besides , he deserved it . Damn right ! He did ! Jack said , and they both laughed . You wont believe what happened today . Hilda said . 14:24 False Name . False Bride 15.8 % Chapter 18 Tell me . What happened ? Alexander made use of my bathroom . What !? Why ? He didnt really say . Arent there other bathrooms in that enormous penthouse of his ? My thoughts exactly . And , thats not even the worst part- What could possibly be worse than that ? He saw me naked and- What !? Calm down . Im not really complaining though . And why is that ? He invaded your privacy . I dont know . Hes my husband after all . Hm , okay . If you say so , then . Just be careful . Thanks , Jack . Uhh- I should get going . Todays my first day at work , and I dont want to screw things up by coming late . Talk to you soon bestie . Yeah , talk to you later . Jacqueline said , and ended the call . Hilda laid on her bed , staring into nowhere in particular . She was bored , and had nothing to do . She reminisced about her past life before all these- how she was always so busy and independent ; going to work and making a meaningful life for herself . I really miss my old self . She said silently . A knock on her room door startled her . Maam ! Can I come in ? Uh sure ! Hilda said . 14:24 False Name , False Bride 16.1 % Chapter 18 The door opened , and Kara walked in with a package in her hands . This is for you maam . For me ? Hilda asked . She was surprised someone had gifted her . Yes maam . Um , from who ? She asked again . 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