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.”

the corner, do

I’m fine. I’ll go by myself” Lexi quickly

had changed drastically since her arrival. Indeed, there was nothing in life that

worried that Lexi might have lost her way and hurried towards the restroom,

the iron

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

get lost. And there are wolves in the woods. Please, don’t be foolish. Come back!” Rita stomped her foot in frustration, calling out to Lexi, hoping she would

with freedom so close, there was no way Lexi was going to let Rita talk her out of 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. See

walked towards the forest without looking back.

at last, here I

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

was pouring himself a glass of red wine when Rita told him that Lexi had climbed over the gate and gone into the forest. He was furious and smashed

Rita nodded her head. “Yes,

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 tree

into a fairy tale. She had never seen such breathtaking beauty in the modern world.

had passed this leaning tree more

footsteps on the leaves. Suddenly, an animal howled in the distance, adding a touch

that a