The Imposter Bride by Sallie Woods

Chapter 229

Alice couldn’t fathom what kind of sweet nothings this wicked woman had whispered into Cal’s ear to bewitch him into proposing. He was about to be engaged to this lowly woman, and it was driving Alice mad

Frustration and resentment bubbled within her as she glared daggers at Natalia, praying for someone anyone to stop the wedding and retum her beloved Cal to

her.

Four members of the Rowell family had turned up, essentially making it a full house However, Henry was the only one who genuinely wished Natalia and Callum

well

Henry, seeing the lovely, delicate Natalia, offered his heartfelt blessings. Bending slightly, he kissed Natalia’s hand “May you and Callum find happiness.”

Thank you Now, remove your filthy hand. Before Natalia could express her gratitude to Henry, Callum grumbled in disapproval. He was irked at Henry’s audacity to kiss his bnde–to–be without his permission

Yes, all these formalities, like kissing hands and cheek–to–cheek greetings, should be abolished

Henry noticed Callum’s imitation and chuckled. These were just common courtesies, and Callum’s jealousy seemed a bit excessive

Just as he was about to make a sarcastic remark, Rita dame rushing over, frantic “Sir, we have a problem Our castle it’s surrounded

Rita was so panicked that she didn’t even lower her voice, attracting the attention of the quests attending the engagement party.

at his engagement party? Callum’s brows furrowed in confusion Very soon, however, he had hunch

it Callum reassured Rita, striding

our castle is surrounded by six Gatling guns. Those are not toys if they fire, they’ll

eastern side of the castle, protected

that Magnus would go to such extremes

eyes narrowed When had all

tank gun that weighed approximately 15 tons and measured 6.7 meters in length. It required a crew of four to operate, with each member responsible for a different task

had Magnus managed to get his hands on such a formidable weapon, let alone six of

frown, Callum decided

understand what a Gatling gun was, she

in such a brazen manner. However, this wasn’t his turf England

it was

confusion. Natalia was worried about Callum. As he prepared to confront the threat, she reached out and grabbed his hand. Callum paused and regarded Natalia’s concerned expression. He gave her a comforting smile “Don’t worry This is my territory. Nothing will go

if Magnus actually uses those weapon?” Natalia’s worry didn’t abate. After all, they

that line. Stay here, I’ll be back soon,” Callum reassured her

the commotion, followed Callum out, keeping a safe distance. They

worned expression, Alice was seething with rage. She walked up to Natalia and, taking advantage of her distraction, pushed Natalia roughis. Viciously

on her gown, and almost fell. Just as she was about to make a fool of herself, Henry, who was standing next to Alice, quickly reached out and

Natalia murmured, her face pale as she thanked Henry

“It’s nothing. We