CHAPTER- 17

Ace POV:

She was dropping a half mug of water on herself, then stopped and opened her eyes immediately.

It was a weird behavior.

THUD.

She flinched and gave me a wide-eyed look as soon as I closed the door.

She swiftly covered herself in bubbles and concealed her ducks beneath the water.

I approach her, squat beside the tub, and tuck the damp hair behind her ear, which was sticking to her face, but she flinches away.

Now that I could do anything with her, I let out a big sigh.

"You could use a shower instead of a mug," I murmured, pulling the wet hair away from her flushed face.

She inhaled deeply and replied," I don't know..how t-to use, ..it-its..not opening".

I reached for the shower, flipped it to the right, and the water cascaded down in a gentle stream, creating a soothing sound.

I smiled a little at her, since she seemed really shocked.

"I..I-I am not.. decent," she shuttered, nervously.

"I know," I uttered and started to take off my dress except my boxer.

A faint whimper best