The Imposter Bride by Sallie Woods

Chapter 35 Chapter 38

Magnus‘ expression was really grim. He pulled Natalia closer, murmuring, “Don’t mind him, darling. This is what he’s supposed to do. Are you hungry?”

Natalia shook her head, “Not really. Are we heading to the hotel?”

“No. I used to stay here while I was getting treatment for my leg. So I have a house here,” Magnus replied, his grip on her hand gentle yet firm.

They arrived at a gorgeous villa that looked like a mini castle bathed in the moonlight. Natalia gazed in awe at the white exterior walls, the golden front door, and the two Rolls–Royce Phantoms parked in the yard.

Magnus got out of the car, settling himself into his wheelchair. He pushed open the golden. door, revealing a newly renovated interior with immaculate furniture.

Linden was already in the kitchen preparing some late–night snacks, while Carter was about to leave after helping Magnus inside. “Magnus, you guys rest up. I’ll be over for dinner

tomorrow.”

“Running out of food, Carter?” Magnus retorted. “Can’t wait to sponge off me, can you?”

Carter was left speechless. He had, after all, picked them up.

When he noticed Natalia taking their belongings upstairs, he walked over to Magnus. “This girl’s a marked improvement over Kendra, Magnus. Looks like your penis is about to have some happy days.”

“Cut the crap!” Magnus glared at him. “She’s my wife.”

“Oh, Magnus, don’t forget, you brought her here. She won’t be able to ignore what’s going on here. She won’t betray you, will she? After all, Kendra’s the one on your marriage certificate.” Carter gave Magnus a meaningful look as he held his car keys.

gaze darkened. Frowning, he said, “I’ll handle

silent Magnus on the sofa.

manager of our company in France.” Magnus

him. “Magnus, don’t be pessimistic Your leg will get better. You have so many friends who hope to see you get up. When

remained silent, gazing deeply at the girl in front of him. Her concern was genuine. He found himself lost in the soft features of her

thought to himself, “Darling, please don’t betray me. Stay with me.

Chapter 38

midnight snack, they went upstairs to

after Natalia got up, she and Magnus explored the villa. She was delighted to find a room full of comics. “Did

he had sketched out of boredom three years ago. Natalia was holding them as if they were

love to

and they painted a picture together, naming it Green Blossom. It depicted an unknown small flower growing on

was exhibited at the school art exhibition, Hector hung it up, and to her surprise, it won a third prize. She was overjoyed at that time, like a child. Back then, Hector looked at her indulgently and said, “Natalia, when we go to the States, I’ll let you study painting. You

about this, her nose tingled, and she

the wheelchair looked at her holding the sketch with a sorrowful expression. She

the past

took the sketch from her hands, “What’s on your

to reality, managing a bitter smile,

with me. Remember, you’re my wife from now on. As long as you stay by my side, I’ll grant any of your wishes.”

trust him? After spending some time together, he wasn’t as cold

with him. Despite the awkwardness, she had no choice but to rely on him for a stable life. She opened her

his face darkened. She still didn’t want to be honest with him. This girl still lacked a sense of security. He made a mental note to make her

approached her and saw a sketch of the villa they