Chapter 235
The Imposter Bride
Natalia shook her head, indifferent to the fate of Kendra and Isabella. Magnus had thought he was avenging her, but even now, he still failed to realize that he was the one who had hurt her the most âLetâs not argue in front of the child,â Natalia gently suggested. âMagnus, could you leave us alone for a bit? Iâd like some alone time with Jonasâ
Jonas had been quietly sitting in Nataliaâs lap. He had seen countless pictures and videos of his mother, but nothing compared to the warm, real touch of her now. She was soft, and she smelled lovely it was a scent that was uniquely Mom Jonas didnât pay much attention to what Natalia and Magnus were discussing. He was too engrossed in the comforting scent of his mother Magnus rose to his feet, as the conversation wasnât going well. âAlright, Iâll go check on dinner, he said, before gently exiting the room and considerately closing the door behind him Once the lock clicked into place. Natalia felt a sense of relief For some reason, she always felt insecure whenever Magnus was around. Perhaps it was because of the prison like years she had spent with him five years ago, the memory of which was permanent Subconsciously. Magnus always repelled her Only when he was gone did she stop feeling so tense Natalia picked up Jonas, not finding the five yearâold too heavy. These past years, she had thought her beloved child was no longer in this world. Seeing him now felt like a dream Five years was neither long nor short, but what she had lost were the precious moments of watching Jonas grow up Natalia was overjoyed. She picked up a stuffed animal from the bed and played with Jonas âDo you like this, sweetheart? Mommy got it for youâ
Thank you, Mommy,â Jonas responded softly, leaving a sweet kiss on Nataliaâs cheek that instantly melted her heart Natalia didnât notice that Jonas, who was five years old, didnât have much interest in the stuffed toy. He just didnât want to upset his mother. He liked his mommy.
Time always flew when mother and son were together. Before they knew it, it was already dark outside.
Instead of sending a servant to call Natalia and Jonas for dinner, Magnus knocked on the door himself.
âMy lovely wife and soni, dinnerâs ready?â He called out He was no longer the cold, mysterious CEO of Andersen Corporation He had become childlike, foolish even. All because he had found his treasures There was unabashed anticipation in his voice Regardless of how Natalia rejected him, she was now living in the closest place to him Wasnât that enough?
Inside the room, Natalia frowned in annoyance, which was immediately caught by the perceptive Jonas. âMommy, Daddy is calling us for dinner Donât you like Daddy âAh? No, letâs go Letâs have dinnerâ Natalia didnât want to pass on her negative emotions to Jonas. This was between her and Magnus. She couldnât let it affect their child Holding Jonasâ hand, Natalia walked to the door. When she opened it, she saw Magnus leaning against the wall with one hand in his pocket.
Seeing them come out, Magnus even cheerfully whistled. âIt was tough waiting for you to come out âLetâs go Natalia didnât want to say more. She led Jonas straight downstairs.
Jonas winked at his father Magnus shrugged nonchalantly and followed them down The dinner table was laden with rich dishes. The delicious scent was too tempting for Natalia to resist.
âAlright, letâs eatâ Natalia gently said, when she notice Magnus and Jonas wait for her to speak. She picked up a fork and helped Jonas with his food.
Thank you, Mommy. But Daddy said I shouldnât rely too much on adults and should eat by myself Jonas said seriously, feeling a little proud of himself for telling on Magnus This was how it was on TV wasnât it?
Natalia ruffled Jonas hair and laughed softly Your Daddyâs right. But what if Mommy wants to help you?
What should we do then?â
âAh,â Jonas sighed dramatically. Since you like it, then go ahead. Youâre my favorite, Mommyâ
Natalia laughed at his serious expression and looked at Jonas lovingly âThank you, Magnus Youâve raised him well, Natalia said, looking at Magnus Magnus was somewhat taken aback. He quickly helped Natalia with her food, his face full of eager smiles âNat, itâs my duty Jonas is a good boyâ
Natalia hesitated, not eating the food Magnus had served her. She thought for a moment and pushed the food Magnus had served her to the side, not touching it.
âWhy arenât you eating? Isnât this your favorite dish? Magnus asked, puzzled. Had her tastes changed over the past five years?
âNo Natalia responded indifferently Magnus quickly figured out Nataliaâs feelings and, mischievously, filled her plate with food Natalia sighed helplessly. She hadnât expected Magnus to be so childish âNatalia, get used to it. This is our home. From now on, Jonas is all yours,â Magnus said, looking at Natalia hopefully Natalia was ready to shake her head But then she saw Jonas looking at her expectantly. The words she was about to say got stuck in her throat âMommy, can you stay here? Can you live with us? Please, Mommy? Jonas eyes were filled with pleading Observing Jonas in such a state, Natalia found it impossible to express any form of rejection. She hesitated for a moment before stuttering. âWell, I mean, itâs not entirely out of the question. Itâs just that have some business to take care of in Londonâ
âReally?â Jonas sprang up from his chair, joy radiating from his face âYou have to go to work, not because you donât want me Thatâs great!â
Nataliaâs eyes flickered, finding it hard to meet Jonas innocent gaze She felt her heart bleed, and her resentment towards Morgan for tearing their family apart intensified Instead of embracing the joy of familial bonds, she found herself living each day in a trance, like a body without a soul Now that she was finally reunited with her son, nothing could be more important than him Magnus, standing nearby, was overjoyed. He knew, with the trump card that their son played, he was fully confident of winning his wife back into his arms.