Chapter 4 Hilda Thompsonturned around , and tears immediately welled up in her eyes as she saw her parents finally arriving in Harbington City . She cried out , Dad ! The bodyguard accompanying them quickly stepped forward and pushed aside the crowd that had been surrounding her . Without hesitation , Hilda rushed into her mothers arms , sobbing silently . Her mother looked at her face with great sorrow , her voice filled with concern : Who hit you ? Hildas father , still dressed in his meeting attire , followed by bodyguards and some officials from Harbington City , walked toward the scene . The people around them quickly parted , making way for him . Her father stopped in front of Zena , his voice booming with authority : Mr. Brown , you really are something . In front of so many people , you hit and scold a citizen without hesitation. Zena was sweating profusely , his posture weak under the intense pressure of her fathers gaze . Her fathers sharp eyes shifted from Zena to Mrs. Brown behind him . I heard Mr. Brown married Hilda , the daughter of the mayor of Juniper City , three months ago ? he asked , his voice full of disbelief . I didnt even know , and now I find out I have a daughter whos been idnt lost outside . The crowd murmured , eager for gossip . Albert Thompson , thats Mrs. Brown , his wife . Shes claiming to be your daughter . Hildas mother stepped forward , pointing at Mrs. Brown , can I ask you a couple of questions ? she demanded , her voice cold . You say youre Hilda , the daughter of the mayor of Juniper City ? If thats true , why dont you even come forward now that your parents are here ? The onlookers murmured again , this time with more excitement . Shes pretending to be the mayors daughter and scamming people for millions , thats a serious crime ! Zena looked shaken and pale as the accusations against him mounted . How could someone impersonate someone elses identity and get married ? people whispered in disbelief. This is outrageous . Browns legs trembled uncontrollably as she collapsed to the ground , hiding behind Zena and sobbing , Albert Thompson , Elenore Thompson , its all a misunderstanding … please , its definitely a misunderstanding ! Hildas father was furious . He stepped forward , his voice thunderous , A misunderstanding ? I arrive in Harbington City just one step late , and my daughter gets bullied like this ? And now youre telling me its a misunderstanding ? Hilda spat angrily , her words sharp and full of contempt : Who in Harbington City doesnt know that Mr. 14:22 False Name , False Bride 2.8 % Chapter 4 Brown married the mayor of Juniper Citys daughter , Hilda ? Im an innocent girl , and suddenly Im made into a married woman ! I wasnt even in Harbington City , and now my reputation is nearly ruined . Brown collapsed further , still sobbing . She cried out , Honey , I dont want to go to the police station . What should we do now ? Its not my fault ! Her fathers face darkened , and he pointed at Zena with disdain . My daughter , Hilda Thompson , is being slandered by you ? Zena , since you dared to do this , do you think you can escape responsibility ? Zena quickly shoved Mrs. Brown aside , causing her to crash into a glass door with a cry of pain . Albert Thompson , no , Uncle Thompson , Ive been tricked too , he said hurriedly , desperation in his voice . I was kept in the dark . She came to me with her ID card , saying shed fallen out with her family and had nowhere else to go . I was young and naive , and the ID seemed real , so I believed her . He continued , his voice full of guilt and shame : She explained everything about the engagement clearly , so I kept my promise , acknowledged the marriage , and married her … Hilda was disgusted . Her face flushed red with anger . How shameless ! Who gets married just by showing an ID card ? Wheres the household register ? Do you really think you can just accept a forged document ? Zena looked at Hilda with what he thought was a compassionate , understanding gaze . He tried to soften his tone , as if it might redeem him . Ive always thought about the union with the Thompson family . She came to me , crying pitifully , and Ive always had Hilda in my heart . I didnt want to doubt her . Hilda , please , forgive me this time . Hilda nearly gagged from the disgust rising in her throat . At that moment , Mrs. Brown , who had recovered from her fall , rushed at Zena , crying out in shock and despair , Honey , what are you saying ? How can you say I tricked you ? Zena , however, pushed her away roughly , The one I was originally engaged to was Miss Thompson . Youre a fake , and since youre not Hilda , the marriage is naturally void . Linda , still clinging to Zenas sleeve , shook with confusion and distress . Honey , you promised me forever . Have you forgotten what you said to me ? Zena slapped her hard across the face , his voice full of scorn , Shameless ! When did I ever say that to you ? Linda collapsed to the floor , overwhelmed by the sudden change in her reality . What had once seemed like a fairy tale wedding had unraveled into a nightmare . Hildas father waved his hand impatiently . Take them to the police station . I want to know who dared to impersonate my daughter and marry her off ! The bodyguards moved in , and Mrs. Brown was taken away . Zena , now standing helplessly by , turned to 14:22 False Name , False Bride 3.1 % Chapter 4 her father . Dad , its all my fault . I was deceived by that woman . I married her in haste . Im sorry , Hilda . Hildas cousin , Amelia , spoke up with biting anger : I still remember how you and that woman bulbed my cousin , What dad and Hilda do you even deserve to say that ? Dont drag my cousin into this mess ! Hildas mother squeezed her hand , her voice firm and resolute . Well said , Zena . A family like yours is not worthy of my daughter . This marriage is canceled . Her fathers expression turned cold and disdainful . Ive already called your mother . Shes abroad , and shes not involved in this nonsense . But when she returns , Ill have a serious talk with her . Zena , now panicked , begged desperately , Auntie , its my fault . Please , Im sorry to Hilda . Give me another chance . Ill treat her well from now on ! Her father looked at him with cold , utter disdain . No need for that . Brown , dont ever bring up this marriage again ! Youre already married . How dare you try to climb higher and pursue my daughter ? Bah ! Hilda stood there , her heart racing , both angered and relieved . The truth had finally come to light , but there was no telling how much damage had been done to her reputation in the process . Title: A Princess? No! I'm the Female General! In "A Princess? No! 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