The Imposter Bride by Sallie Woods

Chapter 330

And so, Hector hurriedly packed his few belongings and moved in with Natalia, embarking on their co–habiting journey. They would jog together every morning, then return home to paint, exchanging insights. After that, they would cook and eat together

Hector, being the mindful one, took care of Natalia meticulously Every day, he felt as if he was living in a dream. This was the kind of life he had always yearned for, practically perfect. The only imperfection was that Natalia saw him merely as a good friend, with no hint of romantic affection in her eyes.

As time flew by. Hector started to crave more. He was no longer satisfied with being just good pals with Natalia. He wanted more. He wanted Natalia to be his lovet to continue the captivating romance they had during their adolescence

One evening. Hector secretly prepared a lavish dinner behind Natalia’s back When night fell, he called her out of her room

Natalia, pushed along by Hector, found herself in their small garden filled with flowers and plants. To her surprise, a small table had been set up there. Not only was the table laden with a feast, but it also held a beautiful candlestick.

Upon seeing this, Natalia turned to Hector with a smile. “Hector, are you inviting me to a candlelit dinner?”

Hector, ever the gentleman, pulled out a chair for Natalia. “Sit, my beautiful queen.”

Natalia blushed at the compliment and gave a shy chuckle before taking a seat.

Hector poured a glass of red wine for Natalia and raised his glass in a toast. “To our reunion, cheers!”

the gesture, her red lips lightly touching

a few drinks, the night sky deepened, with stars twinkling like winking eyes.

rose seemingly out of nowhere. He knelt on one knee before Natalia. “Natalia, I love

just having a casual drink. She never expected Hector to propose. The proposal was so sudden that Natalia didn’t know how to react.

You left me for someone else. I was too timid back then, not knowing how to fight for my happiness, and I let you go! When I heard you had fallen into the sea, there were countless times I felt like jumping in after you. I regret letting you go for the rest of my life Now, you’re like

cherish their time together and not bring up their buried feelings, but it seemed she couldn’t escape

shook her head “Hector, I’m sorry I thought our relationship was pure platonic affection. But now I realize i was wrong Maybe I was

Hector’s eyes dimmed instantly. He remained kneeling, his silhouette

in such a state. “Hector, I’m sorry. I can’t give you marriage or love. My heart is lost, incomplete. You deserve a better woman. If you don’t mind, I can offer you friendship, the purest friendly affection

at Natalia as if trying to imprint her image in his mind. After a long pause, he slowly retracted his numb arm and stood up His voice was steady

awkward She didn’t know how to comfort

have thick skin No matter how many times I’m knocked down, I’ll be fine Really I can wait,

looked at Hector, who was feigning cheerfulness

off “Who am 12 Hector, the indestructible roach. If not this time, then next time 11 be the ever resilient qum.” He mad

felt a bit awkward it was much better than before. She looked at Hector seriously “Hector, I really wish

careful. One day, if itun into the big bad wat you’ll be in

shoulders and pretended to be scared. ‘Oh my,

again, thanks to Hector’s exaggerated body language. After a bit of teasing they