The Imposter Bride (Natalia and Magnus) novel Chapter 362

Now, Natalia finally stirred from her slumber, and all her pent-up emotions came flooding out. She couldn't help but sob uncontrollably, releasing the weight that had been bearing down on her.

For a moment, Natalia’s gaze was distant as memories, sharp and clear, flooded back into her mind. She had been trapped in a dense fog of deep sleep. If it hadn't been for Hector's relentless calling, she might have been lost in that fog forever.

Standing before her with tears streaming down his face like a child, Hector elicited a bitter smile from Natalia. "Look at you, Hector. I guess I'm just bad luck incarnate. Even the Grim Reaper didn't want me and kicked me right back from the brink. Guess I had no choice but to stick around."

"Still joking, I see," Hector sighed softly and pulled Natalia into a tight embrace. He was finally able to let go of the anxiety he'd been holding onto for so long.

Once he'd composed himself, Hector looked deeply into Natalia's eyes. "Natalia, after everything that's happened, I hope you can leave the past behind and start anew. Really, let go of everything that's happened. Can you promise me that?"

Natalia's heart skipped a beat at the earnest look in Hector's eyes. This dependable and simple man had been looking after her with every fiber of his being. What did she do to deserve such care?

"Hector, thank you for taking care of me all this time. Without you, I wouldn't have this second chance at life," Natalia said, her gratitude genuine.

"Exactly, a second chance! I'm here to start over with you!" Hector's spirits lifted at the mention of a new beginning. He was happy for the fresh start.

He knew Natalia better than anyone else in the world. Perhaps she would never fully let go of Magnus, but he was willing to wait, even if it meant until his last breath.

As long as Natalia wanted Hector, he would always stand by her side.

Forever.

*

The morning sun bathed the room in a warm glow as Hector wheeled Natalia through the hospital's rehab area for her physical therapy.

After a series of check-ups, the doctors couldn't believe their eyes. Natalia's previously injured head had miraculously healed. However, having been bedridden for over three months, her physical strength had waned, and she needed to gradually build it back up to regain her full health.

So, after breakfast, Hector took her outside.

The air was exceptionally fresh, and the leaves glistened with dewdrops. Birds chirped occasionally before taking flight from the branches. To Natalia, the world seemed entirely different from the foggy haze of her memory. It was as if she'd lived another life entirely.

"What are you thinking about?" Hector asked softly, noticing Natalia seemingly lost in thought.