Chapter 42: A Real Marriage

"Alexander," she called out in her meek and soft voice as she reached out, missing the warmth of his body next to hers.

"I... I'll sleep in the other room. I have got new clothes for you to change into," he replied, trying to keep his voice steady. 

Rain gulped hard at the sight of the handsome frame standing in front of her, the buttons of his shirt open revealing his muscular chest. She then frowned slightly as she realised her thoughts were again going astray and sat up in bed. "How many hours are still left for the drug to wear off?" she asked, her voice tinged with anxiety.

Alexander glanced at his wristwatch. "Two more hours," he said quietly.