The Ugly Female Ghost Has 5 Handsome Husbands? Chapter 10
“ISP, what are they doing?” Violeta asks, her fingers idly tracing the edge of her sleeve as she watches the others from afar.
“Let me give you some advice, Violeta,” ISP replies, its tone unusually serious. “They’ve already discovered your true appearance—and your conflict with the Midnight Court. You should stop pretending, hiding, and doing everything on your own. I think… they want to hear the truth from you.”
Violeta lowers her gaze. A faint breeze brushes past her, lifting a strand of her dark hair.
“But…”
“I believe you can trust them. They’ve already agreed to contact their families to help you.”
Really? Her heart tightens slightly. For a moment, she feels something unfamiliar—warmth, or perhaps it’s just hesitation.
Maybe… it’s time to stop carrying everything alone.
“Fine,” she murmurs. “I’ll think about it.”
The next day, Violeta notices that Alarika is gone.
“He went to find his family first,” ISP explains. “The five husbands are taking turns so you won’t grow suspicious or worried.”
Then I’d better play along, Violeta thinks, feeling oddly proud of them. I shouldn’t ruin their plan.
“Where is Alarika?” she asks, pretending to be confused.
“Uh… he had to attend a family event,” Sterling replies.
Violeta raises an eyebrow.
“Yes, Lettie, he has something to take care of. Don’t worry about him,” Lucien adds.
“Yes, Lettie, come eat breakfast! We made it for you in the morning!” Okeana quickly changes the subject.
Violeta follows him to the table and sits down.
“Lettie, drink some milk,” Aurelius says, his first words of the morning.
What’s wrong with them? And why is Aurelius calling me ‘Lettie’?
“Lettie, have some fruit.” Sterling reaches toward her.
“Back off! I asked her first!” Aurelius growls.
“Relax. Lettie, fruit is good for your health,” Sterling shoots back.
“She needs eggs to keep up her energy! She’s starving!” Okeana interrupts.
Who says I’m starving?
“How can she eat with you three arguing?” Lucien snaps, then turns gently to Violeta. “Ignore them. I caught a wild boar yesterday. Try some.”
“Violeta! Your health bar is recovering!” ISP exclaims.
“Wait, really?”
“Yes, it’s already at 40%! Your husbands are falling in love with you!” ISP’s exciting voice sounds in Violeta’s head.
But I haven’t done anything…
Suddenly, with a mixture of delight and surprise in her heart, Violeta loses her appetite. She stands up.
“I’m not hungry. I still have things to do.”
“Wait, Lettie! Do you need help?” Sterling steps forward.
Aurelius shoves him aside. “If she needs anything, I’ll handle it. I’m strong enough to protect her.”
“She can protect herself,” Okeana says softly, moving closer. “Lettie, why don’t we play some games in your room?”
“She’s not in the mood,” Lucien cuts in.
Watching them argue over her, a strange, unfamiliar feeling stirs in Violeta’s chest, something tangled between discomfort and curiosity.
What’s gotten into them? ISP did say they’re in love with me…
“I’m fine. Lucien, come with me,” she says quickly, ending the argument.
The other three look disappointed, while Lucien follows her happily.
“Lettie, how can I help?”
Violeta removes her mask, her expression turning cold. “Since when did I give you permission to tell everyone my secrets?”
“I—I just wanted them to know the truth. I didn’t want you to be alone,” Lucien says, flustered.
Violeta sighs.
“I’ve already been alone for five years. You all support me every day. You don’t need to worry so much.”
“But—”
Before he can finish, Violeta leans forward and kisses his cheek.