The Imposter Bride by Sallie Woods

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Chapter 87

Injured as he was, Magnus was still in the mood to tease Natalia. He yearned for her affection, her attention, and her love.

Before, Natalia threatened to leave him once he was up on his feet. Now, with his back scarred from a blast, he wondered if she would turn her nose up at him. But she couldn’t He wouldn’t allow that. He didn’t know what he’d do if she did.

“What are you babbling about, Magnus? She retorted. “If it weren’t for you, I wouldn’t be sitting here today. How much do you want me to owe you before you’re satisfied?” He had been injured protecting her, she had seen it with her own eyes. He shielded her from danger with his own body.

Tears streamed down Natalia’s face, her agony growing. She clenched her fists, fighting the urge to lash out at him. “What do you think I am to you, Magnus?” She questioned internally. “Now that you’re awake, why are you still worried that I might not like you?”

“So, are you admitting that you like me? Magnus asked, despite the searing pain on his back. His heart soared at Natalia’s words. He stared directly at Natalia, his eyes full of surprise

Natalia was taken aback by his question, realizing she had walked straight into his trap. Her face turned crimson as she quickly replied, “You’re seriously hurt now, Magnus Focus on getting better. Don’t worry about such things. You’re in my heart”

hers. Even if Natalia was cold–hearted, she couldn’t deny her feelings for

day she would have to leave him. To be with a man like Magnus, she would need

body.

to dream of being

ignored her and just turned back to lie on the bed. Then, in a low voice, he said, “Your denial won’t work. I already know that youlike me You owe me two lives now, and I’ll strive to make you owe me more. That way, you’ll never be able to repay me,

Magnus? Do you think you’re invincible? You’re a human being, and you

Natalia’s heart shattered even more She had never experienced such fear for someone’s life before. Although she had lived a hard life, she had never faced a life–threatening situation. Despite the years of hardship in the Clarkson family, Kendra wouldn’t actually take her life. But that one time, she genuinely

broke down, crying her heart out. She didn’t want to experience that

regret. With a gentle voice, he consoled her, “Alright, don’t cry. I promise that I won’t let you worry or get hurt anymore, okay? Be good.”

who rushed back from France upon hearing about Magnus accident,

had red, swollen eyes made James chuckle. “Cheer up, he

considerably at James‘ words. “Back off,” he snapped “Looks like you’re feeling sorry for the wrong person, James. Your heart- seems fragile. Maybe you