Chapter 0168 Chapter 0168 Ella POV Hazel led Alexander and me up the stairs to a large bedroom .
It contained a four poster bed , a sturdy dresser , and a plush recliner with a quilt thrown over the back .
The furniture was heavy , hand carved wood , radiating an air of craftsmanship .
The room itself , however , was sparsely decorated just a few landscape paintings adorned the walls , and nothing more .
Please let me know if you need anything , Hazel said warmly .
I hope you have a good night .
Well be all set .
Thank you , Hazel , Alexander replied with a kind smile .
Its no bother .
If you need me , you know Im just at the end of the hall , Hazel said , lingering briefly before nodding and leaving .
When she was gone , Alexander and I stood in silence for a moment .
He walked further into the room , sitting casually on the edge of the bed.
Hasnt changed much , he commented , glancing around .
My eyes widened .
This isnt your bedroom ? It is , he confirmed .
After I moved out , they converted it into a guest room not that they had to do much to make the change .
Surely your childhood bedroom wasnt this plain , I remarked , gesturing to the room .
If you rer ved the bed , this could pass as a waiting room .
Its so … Dull ? Alexander asked , smirking at me .
Seems it only takes a little wine for you to speak your mind .
Im not trying to be insulting ; Im just surprised .
I never spent much time at home in my room , so it didnt matter to me how it was decorated .
Your apartment is just the same , I pointed out .
Very little decoration it almost looks like a showroom .
I dont spend much time there either , he said .
Im usually down in my office or working .
Thats all the more reason your room should be comfortable , filled with things that bring you joy and help you relax .
You really think that ? Alexander asked , his tone suddenly thoughtful .
And yet , youve removed all the things that bring you joy from your own bedroom , havent you ? I hesitated , caught off guard .
I suppose thats true , I admitted softly .
I walked over to a nearby chair and sat down .
Alexander , why did you agree to spend the night here ? We hadnt discussed it beforehand .
Isnt it a little awkward for you ? It wouldve been more awkward if we declined , he said matter of factly .
It wouldve made her suspicious .
Then he smirked , his tone teasing .
Why ? Are you nervous being so close to me when were alone ? I have no reason to be nervous around you , do I ? I asked , even as my heart fluttered slightly .
Of course not , he said , his expression softening .
If youre uncomfortable sharing the bed , I can sleep somewhere else .
No , theres no need for that , I replied quickly .
Its a big bed , and as I said , I have no reason to be nervous around you .
+25 BONUS Chapter 0168 Alexander smiled , a hint of satisfaction in his expression.m glad to hear that .
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Well , it is late .
We should try to get some rest , I said , standing awkwardly .
Alexander got up suddenly and walked over to the dresser .
He rummaged through the drawers for a few moments before pulling out a large black T shirt and a pair of pajama pants with a drawstring .
Holding them out to me , he said , Theyll be loose , but they should do for tonight .
You dont want to sleep in that dress , do you ? I certainly dont , I said , taking the clothes from him gratefully .
Theres a bathroom through that door , he said , pointing behind me .
You can shower if youd like .
That sounds great .
Ill try not to use all the hot water .
Use all you like , Alexander replied with a small smirk .
I dont mind a cold shower .
I glanced at him , tempted to respond to his odd comment , but the playful look on his face told me he was teasing .

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I decided to let it go ; it was late , and I was too tired to banter .
Taking the clothes hed handed me , I walked into the bathroom .
Unlike the rest of the house , the plumbing here seemed to have been recently updated .
The shower was surprisingly modern , with a sleek design and a rainfall showerhead .
As soon as I turned the hot water knob , steam poured out , filling the room .
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