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.”

stopped “Miss Lexi, the restroom is just around the corner, do you need me

by myself” Lexi quickly walked in the direction Rita had pointed

noticing that her demeanor had changed drastically since her arrival. Indeed, there was nothing in life that one couldn’t get used

time, she started to panic. She was worried that Lexi might have lost her way and hurried towards

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

to the other side of the gate, clapping her hands, “Rita, thank you for

dense, you’ll get lost. And there are wolves in the woods. Please, don’t be foolish. Come back!” Rita stomped her foot in frustration,

lost in this forest, I have to try Rita, you’ve never lost your freedom, so you wouldn’t understand how it feels

towards the forest without looking

last, here I come

Ms. Lexi didn’t listen to me. I must report

the gate and gone into the forest.

head. “Yes, Mr. Callum, right

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

she had accidentally stepped into a fairy tale. She had never seen such breathtaking beauty in the modern world. She wandered aimlessly in the forest, starting with fascination, then fatigue, and finally, terror, because, she

leaning tree

she could hear was the rustling sound of her own footsteps on the leaves. Suddenly, an animal howled in the distance, adding a touch of horror to the dark

a wolf?