The rest of the day passed quickly. After dinner, everyone finally retired to their rooms.
When I entered the bedroom, it was empty except for the sound of running water from the bathroom. I figured Alexander was taking a shower, so I walked into the closet to take out my toiletries and pajamas.
By the time I returned, he had finished his shower and was standing on the balcony, seemingly taking a call. He was speaking in a hushed tone, so I couldn't hear what he was saying.
But somehow, I had a feeling it was Lilian—or something related to her.
I stepped into the bathroom and took my own shower. After changing into my pajamas and drying my hair, I returned to the bedroom.
He was still on the phone.
I went straight to bed. Although I was exhausted from the journey and the long day, I still couldn't fall asleep.
A moment later, I felt the other side of the bed dip slightly. Alexander's woody, expensive cologne filled the air.
"Alicia, are you asleep?" he asked softly.
"No."
