The Imposter Bride by Sallie Woods

Chapter 309

couldn’t help but chuckle self–deprecatingly. “Last time Jonas visited, he whispered something to me. He told me I had to hang in there, otherwise, people would spend my money bully you, and hurt him Although his voice was barely audible, I could see the tears he was trying to hide Since then, I’ve been fighting to stay alive. I can’t stand the thought of you being hurt or being with someone else! The mere thought of his wife with another man after his death made him wish he could take Natalie with

him

“Yes, we must stay strong. We must keep fighting. Natalia murmured, pouring all her sorrow into those words

“Natalia, you’ve been taking care of me these past few days, and I can see that you’ve lost weight But I’m too selfish to let you leave my side. Am I too possessive?

Magnus asked, as he reached out and gently touched Natalia’s pointed chin

Natalia shook her head “No, I’ve been wanting to lose some weight anyway Besides, you’re the boss if you’re not going to be bossy, who will?”

“Ah, I forgot about that I am the boss. The only night thing I’ve done in my life is to have you. Natalia If I had the chance to do it all over again, I would choose the same path. Magnus said, his eyes heavy with fatigue Natalia, I’m feeling tired again I need some sleep What a useless man I’ve become Stay with me,

will you?”

Natalia held Magnus frail hand and whispered. ‘Of course But only she knew how fleeting that promise would be

“Natalia, can you give me a goodnight kiss Magnus asked, his voice barely above a whisper

Natalia bent down and planted a soft kiss on his forehead “Sleep now You’ll feel better when you wake up.”

closing his eyes. His strength had already reached its limit, and the sweet, intoxicating kiss had taken whatever was left of it The long conversation with Natalia had drained him completely,

a heavy heart. Her world was crumbling around her as she faced the imminent separation Her eyes were filled with unshed tears.

but she knew she

I have been forced to. I must have done something terrible in my past life to deserve this. To be separated from you

time again

yourself when I’m gone Your life is a

to say goodbye. She held Magnus‘ hand, studied his face, and vowed to keep

love, take care

the sky with a few stars still shining bright. We sang the song of time. Only then did we understand why we held each other so tight | was lucky to meet you, leaving beautiful memones behind. The wind blew, flowers fell, and tears fell like

down to plant

back She needed to leave immediately so that Isabella would send the antidote

He looked at Natalia, his expression confused ‘Natalia, where

she pushed Isabella too hard, she might destroy the antidote in a fit

she had to stay calm and leave quietly.

a lift? James kindly

should stay with Magnus. I’ll be

good Natalia, I’m going to check on Magnus now Dr Frankie just called to tell me that you’ve found the antidote Natalia, you’re

faint smile Am I? Maybe

catch it”

it’s nothing You should go in. I’m going to fetch some

that witch Belle, haven’t seen Mr. Magnus for days I wonder how he’s doing. Natalia, be careful on the Hurry back After