The Imposter Bride (Natalia and Magnus) novel Chapter 182

Magnus confirmed his chips before dialing Isabella's father’s number, uttering just one sentence. "Mr. Simmons, I didn't think you had it in you to keep your cool! The company will bear the name of the Andersen Corporation by tomorrow. You can take your wife and children and leave Melfort now."

Mr. Simmons had been in a state of distress all day. He was always meticulous in his work, and the company was flourishing under his management. Of course, the Simmons Group was nothing compared to the colossal Andersen Corporation—a mere speck in the business world, incapable of withstanding the Andersen Corporation's thunderous assault.

Just as Mr. Simmons was racking his brains, unable to understand why the Andersen Corporation would target him, he received this call from Magnus, and everything clicked into place. For many years, they had coexisted peaceably with the Andersen Corporation and even cooperated on a few minor projects. Now, with Magnus' words, it was clear that the problem lay with his beloved daughter.

Closing his eyes in frustration, he knew Isabella had been infatuated with Magnus, and even went to lengths to seduce him behind closed doors. But he never imagined that her actions would result in such a dire consequence.

Mrs. Andersen and her child had drowned at sea. This was sensational news in Melfort, and he had been worried about the implications this would have for Isabella. Now, his company was being acquired.

"Mr. Andersen, I beg you to spare the Simmons family. I have severed ties with my disgraceful daughter. Her fate is no longer my concern." Michael didn't want to see his life's work crumble to dust, so he ruthlessly abandoned his daughter to protect his family.

Magnus remained silent, closed his eyes, and hung up the phone.

As soon as he put down the phone, Michael immediately called Isabella to come to the office. Isabella drove her little Chevrolet to the office. She had recently learned about Natalia's drowning and was overjoyed, seeing everything in a positive light.

Natalia was dead, perfect! It wouldn’t be long before she could replace Natalia as the new wife of Magnus!

As she walked into her father's office, striding confidently in her high heels, and brimming with triumph, she was met with a resounding slap in the face.

Isabella covered her face in disbelief, staring at her father. "Daddy, have you lost your mind? Why did you hit me?"

Michael Simmons glared at Isabella with anger. "Lost my mind? You're the one who's lost it, don’t you think? Are you mad? You deliberately provoked Magnus. Do you know the state you've put the Simmons family in? You ungrateful child. Get out! You’re no longer a part of this family. I disown you!"

Isabella's face quickly turned bright red from the slap, and her cheek stinging. She yelled out of control, "What are you talking about? Why can't I provoke Magnus? I like him, and I want to be the wife of the CEO of the Andersen Corporation!"

"Slap!"

Michael slapped Isabella again, and her ears were ringing from the impact. "You've really lost your mind! How many times have I told you not to provoke Magnus, but you wouldn't listen, now look! He's about to swallow up the Simmons Group, and we're going bankrupt!"

Isabella was shocked. "What? We're going bankrupt? No, I'm going to find Magnus. Why is he doing this?"

"Why? Because he is the king of Melfort." Michael's face was still filled with anger. His gaze towards Isabella was growing colder. "You don't need to find him. If you want to save the Simmons Group, there's only one way."

Isabella was anxious. "What way?"

Michael slumped in his chair. "That is to sever ties with you. Only then can the company avoid being implicated by you!"

Isabella paled. "Daddy, are you really going to disown me?"

Michael sighed deeply, looking at Isabella with some remorse. "Bella, I have no choice. You must understand that the Simmons family may not be as powerful as the Andersen Corporation, and I can't let our family business end under my watch. You should leave."

Isabella burst into tears. "No, Daddy, how can you do this? How can you discard me for this? Didn't you say I was your little princess?"

Michael looked at Isabella with a hint of sadness, and sighed, "Ah, what can I do? If it weren't for your wrongdoings, would Magnus target the Simmons family? I'm not just responsible for you but for thousands of families. If the Simmons Group goes bankrupt, where will they go?"