The Imposter Bride by Sallie Woods

Chapter 149

Isabella’s words ended with a heavy stream of tears. Her broken image was heart–wrenching. But Magnus was as cold as ever, his gaze indifferent. Hearing her speak of the past, of the lonely and painful times she spent with him, he retorted, “I didn’t say we couldn’t be friends. I’m married now. And for years, I’ve loathed women. Only my wife is the one I love.” He then pulled out a check from his drawer.

Take this, as a token of gratitude for your kindness, Isabella. Don’t harbor any unrealistic hopes.” He handed her the check.

Isabella stared at him, feeling as if her blood was running in reverse. He was giving her a check, buying off the past where she had been his companion for six months. From now on, they would be strangers. No, she couldn’t accept this. She took a step back, tears welling in her eyes.

“Magnus, can you really be this cruel? I loved you back then. My companionship can’t be measured by a check. If I accept this, it would be an insult to my dignity How can you be so heartless, Magnus?”

Isabella’s cries grew louder. Magnus frowned when she refused the check. “Alright, if you don’t want the check, then you don’t have to take it. Sit down, stop crying. Did you need something from me today?” He couldn’t stand a woman’s cry. It was annoying from this woman, it would only hurt him when

his wife cried

“Thank you” Isabella knew when to fold. She wiped her tears, thanked him and sat down. In an offhand manner, she asked, “Magnus, have you been busy lately? I really came just to see you”

“I’m not busy. Everything is as usual Magnus replied nonchalantly, flipping through some documents in his hand. He was wondering whether this woman was here just for a chat. The thought of the lipstick mark he saw that day made him feel disgusted

Seeing Magnus being distant and formal, Isabella didn’t want to overstay her welcome. She stood up ready to leave, 1 was just passing by and thought! would check on you. You go ahead with your work. I’ll take my leave” With that, she hurried to her feet

“Oops!”

tearing, along with Isabella’s gasp echoed in the room. Magnus instinctively looked up, only to find that isabella’s skirt had somehow gotten caught

nail. What am I going to do?” Isabella said, her face drained

was taken aback by this sudden mishap. How could there be a nail on his office chair? He got up to inspect and found that Isabella’s skirt was indeed snagged by a small nail protruding from the

He was puzzled. Where did

skirt from the nail. The moment Magnus bent down, Isabella quickly pulled out her phone which she had already set to silent,

picture, Isabella quickly put away her phone. By this time, Magnus had managed to free her torn skirt But he had noticed her movement. He shot a cold glance at

Then he smirked

a moment, then took off

joy in her heart, “Your jacket for me? I’ll wash it and return it to you tomorrow. Thank you,

away when you’re done.” Magnus waved his hand indifferently, turned and went back to his desk. burying his head

just a gesture of kindness from Magnus, Isabella still felt overjoyed. She tied the jacket around her waist. Tm leaving now, Magnus Thank

enough effort and planned

beaming smile Once outside his office, she quickly leaned against the door and took a selfie, then sent it along with the previous picture to Kendra. The two images could readily be interpreted

the jealous type? Well, she

sent. As Isabella walked away, she couldn’t help but send another text: [Opportunities like

for

Kendra laughed triumphantly, Hahaha, Natalia, you fool, just wait and see how I torment

software, found a few pictures of lovers kissing, and photoshopped Magnus and Isabella’s faces onto them.