The Imposter Bride by Sallie Woods

Chapter 85

All she knew was that her heart was like a stormy sea, churning within her Her palms were sweaty, and she had no idea what to say at this moment.

Hadn’t she promised herself that she would leave him once Magnus stood up? Yet, why had he gifted her a house, even promising her a honeymoon? Was he being sincere? Did he truly not want Kendra, or the girl in the portrait, but only her, Natalia?

“…” Natalia’s gaze met Magnus, words stuck in her throat Overwhelmed by a storm of emotions, she was unable to articulate her feelings

She stared at Magnus, silently pledging to herself if Magnus did not abandon her, she would never leave him. Their destinies were now inextricably

intertwined

Magnus chuckled at her expression, but just as he was about to say something, an ear splitting noise erupted next to them. The French doors in their room were suddenly shattered by a sharp object, sending shards of glass flying in all directions

“Watch out

The sudden danger startled Natalia Before she even had a chance to react, a strong arm wrapped around her waist. The next moment, she found herself

securely nestled in Magnus arms

Instantly he maneuvered his wheelchair, swiftly retreating with Natalia in tow Amidst the chaos. Natalia caught a glimpse of bullets piercing through the French doors, igniting sparks as they hit the wall Magnus, hugging her tightly with a determined expression, diminished her fear considerably

Natalia behind a decorative wall, safe from the view of their

and firing back at their attackers. He managed to provide enough cover for Magnus and Natalia to retreat to safety, before swiftly

this, Magnus brow furrowed “Of course they came prepared How else would they know I would be at this villa

into such a nightmare. It seemed that the villa was far

Andersen Corporation territory, Magnus had no doubt who was behind the attack. Lucius “Magnus clenched his teeth. internally vowing. “I’ve given you countless chances, yet you persist

Natalia to the secret room immediately Chase and the others will be here soon” Linden advised,

Lindens main concern was Magnus‘ safety

that he d make Natalia uncomfortable with too many people around, he wouldn’t have reduced his entourage, if were more people with him the situation wouldn’t be so critical right now.

their goal hadn’t been accomplished, they’d definitely rush over making the situation even more

didn’t even wart for Magnus to respond. She immediately jumped down from his arms Linden,

fine. Their target isn’t me, and they definitely won’t go

last encounter in France, he had been injured while protecting her. She couldn’t repeat itself in Natalia’s entire life, there weren’t

whispering harshly in her ears, Dont be ridiculous. Have you forgotten how they tried to throw you into

put will never let my woman

how ruthless and cruel Lucius could be Magnus wasn’t willing to let

killing Natalia She is my woman Magnus woman it she

But at this point Magnus was still resolutely protecting her Didnt be worry

hus qwn safety)