Chapter 20 Hes back . She thought . She adjusted her robe before closing the curtains on her windows . Thereafter , she laid back on her bed . Should I go see him ? She thought . He doesnt care about me , so I shouldnt care either . And , even if I did care , when I go to see him , what do I say ? Hell probably just be his normal self towards me . She muttered silently to herself . She contemplated on going down to see him or not , and reluctantly , she stood up from her bed and headed downstairs . Alexander staggered his way upstairs , not noticing her presence . He reeked of alcohol , and Hilda had to cover her nose from inhaling more of his stench . He must be drunk . She said , as she followed him upstairs to his room . Whats wrong with me ? What am I doing ? She asked herself . Alex collapsed on his bed and drifted off to sleep almost immediately . She removed his shoes , removed his clothes , and changed him . She did this cautiously , being careful not to wake him . I must be out of my mind . Why am I helping him when hes been nothing but arrogant towards me ? She thought . Hilda ? Is that you ? Alex muttered silently . Hilda ? He had never called her by her name , only when he was being a little professional , or when he wanted to put up an act . Hilda was shocked at what he said , but she discarded the thought , and assumed that he was just dreaming . She stood up to leave , but he held her arm . Stay with me Hilda , please . Hilda was confused . It must be the alcohol talking . She said silently . Alexander continued . 14:24 False Name . False Bride 17.4 % Chapter 20 Left with no other choice , Hilda succumbed to his pleas . She laid next to him , and he held her , and for the first time , Hilda felt loved a little by him . The next morning … Hilda smiled as she woke up with the suns rays smiling on her face . She looked over to the other side of the bed , and Alexander was still sound asleep . It wasnt a dream . Should I wake him ? She thought . She tapped his shoulder a little and he turned to face the other side of the bed . He must be really tired . She stood up from her bed and tiptoed silently to her room . It was directly opposite his . When she entered her room , she smiled sheepishly and laid happily on her bed . She removed her robe and entered the bathroom to take a shower . While she was there , she reminisced about what happened the night before . Though , there was nothing intimate between her and Alexander , and he was drunk . But , he called her name , and she laid next to him . It made her really happy . When she was done with the shower , she opened her closet and picked out a dress . It was short , yet classy and it enhanced her beauty and perfect figure . Today will be a good day . She said silently on her bed . Maam , your mother , Madam Elenore is here to see you . Kara said from behind her room door . My mother ? She didnt call me to tell me she was coming . Shit ! She smacked her palm on her forehead . Ive been a terrible daughter . I didnt even check up on her . She thought . Maam , are you still there ? Kara asked . Yes , Ill be down soon . Hilda responded , and Kara headed back downstairs . Hilda hurriedly went to her closet and picked up something more appropriate to wear , then she headed downstairs . Mom ! Its so good to see you . She said , embracing her . Its good to see you too , my dear . Her mother said , returning her embrace . How have you been? Elenore asked , sitting comfortably on one of the plush chairs . Im okay mom . 14:24 False Name . False Bride 17.7 % Chapter 20 Are you sure my dear ? Yes mom , Im sure . You came uninvited . You didnt call me before coming . I wanted to surprise you . Besides , youve not even checked up on me . Im sorry mom . Ive been occupied . With what exactly ? Youre not working anymore , so whats been keeping you so occupied that you didnt think of checking up on your mother ? Uh- just stuff . Really ? Okay , Im sorry mom . No worries . Im glad youre okay . Your Dad sends his greetings too . I dont believe that . Hilda ! Hes still your father . He lost that title when he arranged for me to marry someone I dont love . Hilda ! Dont talk that way , please . Im sorry mom . Speaking of , wheres he ? Who , mom ? Who else ? Your husband , of course ! Oh , hes uh … Im here . Alexander said , walking in on them . He wore a casual shirt and shorts , with a pair of dark shades , covering his eyes , and held a glass of water in his hand . He looked a little lightheaded and hungover . Good day , Ma . Alexander greeted . Hilda was shocked . What came over him ? Is he alright ? Is the alcohol still affecting him ? Why did he suddenly change and turn a new leaf ? Did he remember what happened last night ? 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