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

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

they came prepared How else would they know I

It seemed that the villa was

had no doubt who was behind the attack. Lucius “Magnus clenched his teeth. internally vowing. “I’ve

soon” Linden

Lindens main concern was Magnus‘ safety

he wouldn’t have

that their goal hadn’t been accomplished, they’d definitely rush

Natalia heard Lindens words, she didn’t even wart for Magnus to respond. She immediately jumped down from his arms Linden, protect

they definitely

he had been injured while protecting her. She couldn’t repeat itself in Natalia’s entire life, there weren’t many people who had genuinely treated her well. Magnus had

back into his arms, whispering harshly in her ears, Dont be ridiculous. Have you forgotten how they tried to throw you into the sea last time? Do you think

never let my woman

Lucius could be Magnus wasn’t

by killing Natalia She is my woman Magnus woman it she fails into Lucius hands, he recouldn’t hes retaliate Magnus thought

Magnus was still resolutely protecting her Didnt

hus qwn safety)