The Imposter Bride by Sallie Woods

Chapter 47

Natalia quickly stood up and her cheeks flushed. “Well, I’ll let you get back to work. I’m going to bed.” She found herself forgetting the world around her every time she sat on his lap.

There was something captivating about this man. Even if he was wheelchair–bound, his. charm was irresistible, as long as he wasn’t throwing a fit.

She walked into the bedroom, grabbed her nightgown, and closed the bathroom door behind

her.

By the time Magnus finished his work, it was already eleven o’clock. He received an unexpected call from Morgan.

“Magnus, why don’t you bring your wife to the Andersen Family Estate? Since you’re interested in her, I won’t object. It’s up to you.” Morgan’s voice was still calm and gentle over the phone.

“Thanks, Grandpa. We’ll be staying at Maplewood Manor. It’s closer to the office. You should get some rest. It’s late.” Magnus replied, his voice soft.

Morgan nodded and ended the call. He sat by the window, gazing into the endless night. He was entrusting his company to Magnus, hoping he could overcome his difficulties and stand on his own two feet one day.

Three days later, Magnus took Natalia to their new home in Maplewood Manor. The staff, except for their Butler Linden and housemaid May, stayed on Sapphire Island to look after the properties there.

Maplewood Manor was a house that Magnus‘ friend Chase had bought for him three years ago. It was fully furnished and was meant to be Magnus‘ place in Melfort, a city closer to his

company.

Despite this, Magnus had chosen to stay on Sapphire Island. Now, he was finally moving to Melfort. The house was only a five–minute drive from the office.

As Linden drove into Maplewood Manor, a guard saluted. The window rolled down, and a security officer approached. “Mr. Magnus, welcome back to Maplewood Manor”

slowly came to a stop in front of a two–story villa. The property was quite large, with a vast yard and two luxury cars parked on the lawn.

helped him into it. Linden followed with the luggage, and May was close behind. It felt like they were a typical

response to Natalia’s giggles, Magnus grabbed her hand. “What are you laughing at, darling? Do you

just thinking, we look like a typical

Chapter 47

handsome face suddenly darkened at her words. He had a wife, yes, but not a child. Looking at his laughing wife, he lifted a hand to cup her chin. “I only have you, darling. As for children, we’ll have to wait

laughing, and a blush crept up her face. She quickly changed the subject

take in her new surroundings.

house was lavishly furnished, giving off a warm and inviting vibe, unlike the austere black decor of Sapphire Island. There was a large living room with

she observed their new home. He patted the spot next to him.

over and

our home from now on. Do

As long as she had a roof over her head, she was

at the office, we’ll get you enrolled in school.”

was taken aback.

want to go to school?” He

I do,” she stammered, surprised that he was actually

me. My wife can

found herself captivated by his

and lightly patting his shoulder. “I’m going to check out the bedrooms upstairs and unpack.”

ahead.” Magnus

study. The study led to a rooftop pool, filled with crystal clear water. The

downstairs to find Magnus on a call He was frowning His handsome

left for the office, leaving Natalia alone in

wall, and his hands clenched into fists Blood