The Imposter Bride by Sallie Woods

Chapter 326

Chapter 326

Magnus had journeyed far and wide, seeking Natalia’s whereabouts. He tirelessly searched city after city, gazing at the neon streetlights at night, hoping to spot a familiar silhouette. However, no matter how fervently he yearned, there was no trace of Natalia.

Returning to Melfort, he opened the door of the villa and was greeted by the wide–eyed gaze of little Jonas. The boy plunged into his arms, murmuring. “Daddy, if you can’t find Mommy, please can take a break. She must be watching us from a corner somewhere, quietly. Don’t be sad, Daddy You still have me.”

Tears welled up in Magnus‘ eyes. He could no longer hold back his sorrow, and the father and son embraced, consumed by their shared pain.

At night, Magnus would clutch Natalia’s nightgown as he slept. Her scent was no longer there, but it was the only way he could fall asleep.

Each time Magnus looked into Jonas deep blue eyes, he was reminded of his wife. He pleaded to the heavens, “God, please don’t be so cruel. Let me find her I can’t live without her!”

A year later, in the eternal city of Rome.

the north and its modern metropolis to the south,

a weary–looking street musician sat on a bench, lost in his music and indifferent

playing music for tourists. Some were unsung talents, some were drifters, and others simply enjoyed

Unlike his fellow street artists, he was tall and slim, and always well–groomed. But his face bore a permanent look of melancholy. This man was none other than the long–lost Hector

supposedly died in a car crash six years ago, Hector had been in a state

overwhelming that he made a mistake during an experiment, causing a violent explosion in the lab. Consequently, the university

his former self. His life felt meaningless. He packed his

sight, he would pull out the photo of Natalia he had hidden

he had been braver back then, and taken Natalia away from Magnus in time, how could she have possibly drowned at

start, stop her from serving as a damn substitute bride

be saved soul

But no matter where he went, he still

the purest and kindest girl with the sweetest, most innocent smile, had permanently

to stay. Here, he picked up his long–forgotten paintbrush, channeling his thoughts and emotions into vibrant