Chapter 21 Chapter 21 What ? Come over here , Hilda . Hilda reluctantly walked over to Alexander . When she was near , he stood up and grabbed her chin abruptly ; then whispered in her ears . Now , you listen to me , woman ! The next time you bring your family members to my property without my consent , that next time will be your last time , you hear me !? Yes , please let me go . Hilda pleaded . Of course , Alexander could never change . She thought that one night they spent together would change things between them but she was really wrong . I said , do you hear me !? Yes , please I- Im sorry . Alexander walked away from her , brushing her shoulder . Hes back to his normal self . Of course , what was I thinking ? He was drunk ! I bet he doesnt remember calling my name . Hilda said to herself . The next day Maam , can I come in ? Kara said , from behind the door . Of course . Maam , these came in today for you . Kara said , holding a package in her hands . From who ? Hilda asked . It didnt say , maam . But , its from that mysterious initial ; E . Ethan had bought another present for her . What is he playing at ? She thought . Hand them over to me . Hilda said , stretching her hands . 14:25 False Name , False Bride 18.3 % Here maam . Kara said . Can I take my leave now , maam ? Yes , of course . When Kara had left , Hilda opened the package excitedly , giggling to herself . There was a note , and it read : To Hilda Hartman : I hope youve given much thought about being my plus one . Heres a gift from me to you , serving as a gentle reminder . I hope it makes you happy , too . With love , E . Shit ! I totally forgot he asked me about should I do ? Hilda thought . Its tomorrow . Alexander would be totally against it . What She opened the package and saw a long red dress . It was really pretty . She tried it on , and it fitted her perfectly . Wow , this is so beautiful . It was really thoughtful of him to do this for me . She said to herself . She picked up her phone and sent a thank you message to Ethan . He responded by calling . Of course , hed call . Hilda thought to herself . Hey , Ethan , thanks for the package . Youre welcome . I hope you liked it . I did , its beautiful . T સંસાર ભર અને કઈ So , what do you say ? Would you be my plus one ? Shit ! Hilda cursed . She desperately wished she could avoid that question . She hadnt thought about his proposal , and she hadnt given an excuse to Alexander . F * ck it ! Ill do what I want . She said silently to herself . Hilda , are you still there ? Yes- Im here , sorry . So , what do you say ? 14:25 False Name , False Bride 18.5 % Chapter 21 Of course , Id love to be your plus one . Thank you . So , Ill pick you up tomorrow . But- Talk later , bye . Ethan said , ending the call . No , no no- this isnt happening . Ethan cannot pick me up from here . Itll be disastrous . I tried telling him , but he cut me off . Hilda thought . She put the dress back into the box , and went downstairs for breakfast . When she was done eating , she headed upstairs to her room . As she headed upstairs , she stared at Alexanders room door , contemplating on whether she should go in and talk to him about it , or just have her own way . Ill just go to see him , and talk to him about it . She said silently to herself . She took a few deep breaths before heading to his doorstep . When she was well relaxed , she placed a knock on his room door , which was directly opposite hers , but there was no response . Alexander ! Are you in there ? She called out . She adjusted her dark brown hair , which seemed to be bothering her face . She knocked continuously , but there wasnt any response . Hes not in . One of the maids said . Oh , where did he go ? I dont know maam . He ate his food very early this morning , and left . It seemed like he was in a haste . Oh , I see . So you have no idea where he mightve gone ? No , maam . You can ask Liam . Hed know something . Whos Liam ? Sir Alexanders second trusted guard . Oh , and wheres John ? He followed Sir Alexander , maam . Okay , thank you . Hilda said , and the maid left , and headed downstairs . Hilda went downstairs , and headed to the guards section . 14:25 False Name , False Bride 18.7 % Chapter 21 Whos Liam ? She asked , with an air of authority . I am Liam . A tall , black muscular man said . He had a really deep voice . Okay , come . Hilda said , and he followed her . They went towards the gardens . Do you have something to tell me , maam ? He asked . On the contrary , I have something to ask you . Oh , okay maam . Where did my husband go ? He travelled maam . Oh , where did he go ? Im afraid , I cant tell you that maam . But , why ? Im his wife ! Im sorry , but I have strict orders not to tell you , maam . What do you mean you have strict orders ? This is my first time seeing you . Sir Alexander said we shouldnt disclose the information about his whereabouts to you . All I can say is that he travelled and wont be back for the next one week . Where did he go !? Im afraid , I cant tell you that , maam . Ugh ! Fine ! Hilda yelled and stormed off . She went up to her room , and slammed the door behind her . Who does he think he is !? Im his wife for f * cks sake ! Why does he always do this ! He left , without a word to me . Hilda muttered to herself . At least , I could go to Marys birthday party with Ethan , without having to worry about anything . She thought . I better do something productive with my boring life today , instead of sitting around all day , doing nothing . But , what do I do ? She thought. 14:25 False Name , False Bride 18.9 % Chapter 21 Being the wife of a billionaire is so boring , I wish I never agreed to this . She thought once more . She sat comfortably on her bed , before turning on the TV . 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