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!”

her red lips lightly touching the glass.

night sky deepened, with stars twinkling like winking eyes. Natalia’s cheeks were flushed, a hint

rose from his seat and produced a dazzling red rose seemingly out of nowhere.

She thought they were just having a casual drink. She never expected Hector to propose. The

you know, I’ve loved you for a very long time. I know you love me, too, but fate separated us. 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 an angel who’s descended from heaven. I know you’ve suffered over these years, but let’s not talk

the ground, her heart filled with unease. She had thought Hector would cherish their time together and not bring up their buried feelings,

slowly 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 too presumptuous, and I never asked about your feelings. I… I’m really

in Hector’s eyes dimmed instantly. He remained

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 That’s all I can offer Hector, you can forget about the past, and stop blaming

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 Natalia, I won’t give up. I’ll wait. I’ll wait

She didn’t know how to comfort Hector, so she just lowered her

Natalia to overthink. He put on a brave face Natalia, don’t worry about me! have thick skin No matter how many times I’m knocked

felt her eyes welling up She looked at

not this time, then next time 11 be the ever resilient qum.” He mad exaggerated

than before. She looked at Hector seriously “Hector, I really

me from pining for you my kin. Hey, you better be careful. One day, if itun into the big bad wat you’ll be in trouble! Hector made a face pretending to be a

pretended to be scared. ‘Oh my, what a terrifying

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