The Imposter Bride by Sallie Woods

Chapter 280

With Rita by her side, Lexi began to explore the confines of Callum’s castle.

Since her confinement, this was the first time she had the chance to wander around, and she was amazed by the grandeur of the castle

Nestled between perfect natural scenery, surrounded by vibrant greenery and rugged mountains, it felt like being in an impeccable world

Passing through corridors filled with delicate antiques, extravagant halls, and enchanting gardens, Lex followed Rita to the farthest end of the castle. Ahead was a large iron gate, beyond which lay a dense forest

“What’s beyond there? Lexi asked

Rita glanced at the forest, leading Lexi further along as she spoke, ‘Miss Lexi, that’s the castle’s backyard, a massive forest. It’s easy to get lost in there, so Mr. Callum has surrounded it with this fence”

Lexi took another look at the gate before following Rita on the tour. She would have been genuinely obsessed with this castle if it weren’t for her captivity, but now, all she could think about was how to escape.

Rita continued to lead the way, oblivious to Lexi’s thoughts, and began explaining the different sights within the castle, ‘Miss Lexi, this is the fountain, built during the Midde

Ages

“Excuse me,” Lexi interrupted, looking a bit sheepish. “I think I need to use the restroom.”

Lexi, the restroom is just around the corner, do you need me to accompany

fine. I’ll go by myself” Lexi quickly

drastically since her arrival. Indeed, there was nothing in

was worried that Lexi might have lost her way and hurried towards the restroom, softly calling out, “Miss

close to the restroom, she was shocked to find Lexi climbing over the iron gate. She rushed

just as Rita got closer, she jumped to the other side of the gate, clapping her hands, “Rita, thank you for taking care of me. But I crave freedom and don’t want to be trapped in this golden cage I’m

there are wolves in the woods. Please, don’t

it. She shook her head with a smile “Even if I get lost in this forest, I have to try Rita, you’ve never lost your freedom, so you wouldn’t understand how it feels to be a caged bird.

the forest without looking

at last, here

forest, Rita deeply regretted bringing her here. “Oh no! Ms. Lexi didn’t listen to me. I must report this to the master immediately!” Rita murmured anxiously

him that Lexi had climbed over the gate and gone into the forest. He was furious and smashed the wine glass on the ground, yelling. “You let her escape? You fool! Send someone

Rita nodded her head. “Yes,

in chaos. Lexi was enjoying her stroll in the forest. She walked on the thick fallen leaves, creating a pleasant rustling sound. An occasional bird would hop around on branches, and sometimes a curious squirrel would peek out from behind a

fairy tale. She had never seen such breathtaking beauty in the modern world. She wandered aimlessly in the forest, starting

had passed this leaning

hear was the rustling sound of her own footsteps on the leaves. Suddenly, an animal howled in

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