The Imposter Bride (Natalia and Magnus) novel Chapter 152

When Magnus was on the verge of losing control and thrusting into her, he suddenly realized something was not right. Suppressing the discomfort coursing through his body, he lifted his gaze to Natalia's face.

She was staring at the ceiling, her pale face streaked with tears. She looked as if she'd lost all hope for the future, just silently gazing at the ceiling.

Something in Magnus' heart felt like it had been pierced, the pain unbearable. He slowly reached out and wiped away Natalia's tears.

"Darlin', I'm sorry. If you don't want this, we won't do it. Please, don't cry." He rolled off her, holding her close.

His chin rested on her head, his hand gently soothing her, "I'm sorry, darlin'. I shouldn't have acted like that just because you mentioned breaking up. Nat, can we not break up? If there's anything you want me to change, I will."

Magnus' words came tumbling out in a rush, his grip on her tightening with each passing second, as if he feared she'd disappear.

Natalia remained silent, falling into a deep sleep, exhausted from her recent flight.

Sensing her peaceful, steady breathing, Magnus finally loosened his grip, his eyes fixed on Natalia's sleeping face. He stayed awake the whole night, just watching her sleep until dawn.

“Nat, I would never let you leave me.”

As the sun rose, Magnus finally fell asleep. Because he hadn't slept all night, he slept soundly while Natalia had woken up.

Upon opening her eyes, she saw the handsome face in front of her, and the stubble on his chin. There was a pang in her heart, but she gently removed his hand from her waist and got out of bed to prepare for school.

When Magnus woke up, it was almost ten o'clock. He habitually reached for her, but the cold bed jolted him awake. He quickly got dressed and hurried downstairs, asking the maid, "Where's she?"

The maid, seeing Magnus in his pajamas, quickly averted her eyes, "Ms. Natalia has gone to school."

Magnus sighed in relief, turning to go upstairs. He noticed the suitcase Natalia had brought home yesterday in the study. He picked it up and took it to their bedroom, planning to open the suitcase and hang up her clothes.

Inside, he found a trophy, Natalia had won second place in the comic contest. He gently picked up the trophy and placed it on the desk in his study, admiration brimming in his eyes. He always knew his little wife was a gem; she just needed the right care to shine brightly.

After tidying up her things, he got ready and left for work.

Natalia went to school and had a whole day of classes with Lexi. She watched the sunset, dreading going home to face the man in the mansion.