The Imposter Bride (Natalia and Magnus) novel Chapter 442

Sitting on the sofa, Lexi and Natalia were poring over a catalog of children's clothing, debating the merits of various adorable little outfits. Lexi's ears perked up at the sound of footsteps at the door. She thought it might’ve been Magnus returning, but when she turned to look, she was met with the sight of an unfamiliar girl.

The girl had an average appearance, but she was dressed in professional attire that lent her an air of maturity beyond her years. Her sharp eyes peered out from beneath a pair of black-rimmed glasses, exuding an unmistakable shrewdness.

Lexi, unsure of who the girl was, tugged on Natalia's sleeve and whispered, "Hey, Nat, who's that girl?"

Natalia had also assumed Magnus had come back, but upon hearing Lexi's question, she glanced over in surprise.

"Oh my, it's just Gabby! Are you off work already?" Natalia exclaimed, glancing at the clock. "Goodness, it's already noon! Come sit down, honey. I'll have the maid start on lunch."

Gabby didn't hesitate; she nodded at Lexi with a polite smile and took a seat on the sofa. "Ms. Natalia, Mr. Andersen has a luncheon meeting today and said he won't be back for lunch."

"No problem. He's busy with his things, and it's lovely you could join us." Natalia replied warmly, then turned to instruct the maid, "Please prepare lunch. Make sure to include a portion for Miss Gabby."

Callum had left early in the morning, claiming a desire to stroll the streets of Hawaii, and hadn't returned yet. Therefore, Natalia didn't ask for his lunch to be prepared.

Gabby chuckled. "Well, in that case, I'll gladly accept your hospitality. I've been imposing on your generosity far too often these days, I'm starting to feel a bit embarrassed."

"Don't be silly; this is your sister's home. You’re welcome anytime," Natalia reassured her, pointing to Lexi, "This is my best friend, Lexi. Lexi, meet Magnus' new assistant, Gabby."

Lexi nodded in greeting, but the exchange was brief. Gabby returned the nod with a polite smile and then continued her conversation with Natalia, "Ms. Natalia, how's your appetite been lately? Any unusual cravings?"

"Oh, definitely. It's like the little one has a voracious appetite, and I'm just being fattened up like a pig," Natalia laughed, rubbing her belly.

Gabby followed up. "I see. How about your sleep? My cousin mentioned she struggled with insomnia in the later stages of her pregnancy, and her legs would cramp often."

"Hmm, I haven't had that, thankfully. I've been eating so well that I sleep right through the night," Natalia replied before turning to Lexi. "How about you, Lexi? Any discomforts?"

Lexi shook her head. "I'm fine, really."

The conversation lapsed into silence as Lexi watched Natalia and Gabby chat spiritedly. Eventually, the maid announced that lunch was ready. Natalia, her belly leading the way, invited Gabby and Lexi to join her at the table.