The Imposter Bride (Natalia and Magnus)
Chapter 217

Magnus woke up in the hospital, was discharged after half a day, and returned to the hotel. He wanted to confront Callum again. It wasn't that he was afraid of Callum, but rather, Callum had saved Natalia, and he knew if he pushed too hard, Natalia would inevitably side with that man.

Magnus instructed Paul to investigate Callum's connections in the UK immediately. Meanwhile, he busied himself with his business on his laptop.

When Paul returned in the evening, he brought shocking news to Magnus. Natalia was the biological daughter of Rowell, and like him, she had lost her memory for five years after being rescued from the sea. She had only recently learned of her lineage. In order to reclaim her place in the McKinney family, her mother had exchanged her life for Natalia's place in the McKinney family.

Before Natalia had the chance to get to know her mother, she had died too soon, leaving Natalia to slowly recover the painful memories from five years ago.

Magnus felt a storm raging in his heart. No wonder Natalia wouldn't forgive him. Rowell was a selfish man, and any association with him would tarnish Natalia's purity.

Moreover, Natalia didn't want to return to the McKinney family at all. According to Paul's investigation, Callum had recently taken her to visit the Henley family, where her sister had attempted to set her up. Magnus was even more determined to take Natalia away. He would never leave her in such a complicated situation. All she needed in this life was him. There was no need to acknowledge that scoundrel Rowell!

Magnus rose to his feet and looked out at the sunset through the lingering snowflakes. He turned around and walked out of the room.

Three days passed. Magnus hadn't sought out Natalia, and Callum hadn't pressured Natalia about their engagement.

Natalia had won the crown design contest, and job invitations were flying in like snowflakes from all over.

Natalia looked at the sincere invitations and was deeply touched. She decided to take up a job offer. Among the many invitations, one from a multinational corporation called Orange Horizon seemed particularly suitable. The CEO was rumored to be from Melfort.

Although Natalia harbored resentment for Melfort, she was born there and felt a certain affection for it.

Unable to dissuade her, Callum agreed to let her work.

After Lena's death, Natalia inherited all her assets, including an apartment closest to the McKinney family. She told Callum that she wanted to move into her mother's house.

Callum vehemently disagreed. Natalia took his hand and said, "Callum, in this life, you're the only family I have. I didn't get a chance to get to know my mother before she died. This was her last wish. I want to try to understand what kind of world she lived in."

Callum looked at Natalia, who seemed to have grown up suddenly, and felt reassured. After the last incident, Alice had broken her leg and no longer dared to provoke Callum. She had calmed down considerably.

On Natalia's insistence, Callum agreed to let her move into Lena's old apartment.

The apartment was simply decorated, all Lena's masterpieces. Natalia slowly sorted through Lena's things. She saw a large number of books in the study of their hometown. She could imagine how much Lena must have missed her homeland.

After tidying up everything, Natalia went to report to the company the next day.

The HR manager immediately led her to the office with utmost respect. "Ms. Clarkson, this is Orange Horizon's contract. Please take a look and sign it. Your office is on the twenty-first floor. Based on your previous achievements, we are offering you the position of Chief Designer and Director. We hope you can fully utilize your talents."

The HR Manager was a man in his forties and British. His mannerisms indicated years of experience in the field.

Natalia nodded. "Thank you for your trust. I will do my best and not let you down."

She glanced at the contract. It wasn't a big deal. The only clause was that she had to stay at Orange Horizon for five years. Leaving midway would be a breach of contract and cost her two hundred million. She laughed. They were afraid she might be poached by other companies in the future, so the penalty was beyond her imagination. She thought, if this place would become her world, where else would she go?

As she hesitated, the HR manager rubbed his hands together. "Ms. Clarkson, please do sign. As for the penalty, you know how it is. The fact that you agreed to join us is a miracle. We value talent and don't want you to be poached by other companies."

Just as she thought!

Natalia laughed. "I heard that Orange Horizon was recently bought. Is the current owner from Melfort? I'm just curious because, as you know, I'm born in Melfort as well."

The manager nodded, "Yes, the current owner is from Melfort. But I have never met him." He shrugged his shoulders.

Natalia nodded, picked up the pen, signed her name, and handed the contract to the manager.

The manager immediately took the contract. "Ms. Clarkson, let me take you to your office."

The twenty-first floor was the design department. About twenty people occupied a wide hall, and they were all engrossed in their work.

"Everyone!" The HR manager called out, introducing Natalia to everyone.

Everyone in the hall looked up at Natalia.

"This is Natalia Clarkson. She will be your director from now on. If you have any issues, you can discuss them directly with her."

The hall erupted into warm applause.

Natalia smiled at the array of smiling faces. "I come from Japan, and I look forward to learning with all of you."

Dressed in a blue dress, with her long hair flowing and intelligent eyes sparkling, Natalia was stunning. Such a beautiful director left everyone in the design department in awe. They all rushed over to hug Natalia.

"Welcome, Director Clarkson!"

Natalia was taken aback by the enthusiastic reception, but she cheerfully hugged and greeted everyone in return. A rare smile graced her petite face.

The HR Manager quickly made his exit. At the elevator, he dialed a number. "Sir, we've signed Ms. Clarkson. She's already in the Design Department."

"Mm, double the bonus this month!" A deep, indifferent voice slowly responded.

"Yes, yes, thank you." The HR Manager quickly wiped his sweat. Good Lord, had Ms. Clarkson not signed, he would have been out of a job. Thank heavens for his good fortune.

The thirty-sixth floor housed the president's office, where a man sat quietly by his computer, observing the happenings in the Design Department. He couldn't hide the smile tugging at the corners of his lips. "My dear, it's been many years since you've smiled, but this time, you did." Like the pure blue of the sky, it gently touches his heart, warming it.

No doubt, Magnus bought this company three days ago for fifty billion. He wants to create a kingdom for his wife. Since she was not willing to follow him back, he decided to move the company here instead. Paul walked in. "Madam Natalia definitely won't breach the contract she signed because she can't possibly cough up two billion. Even if she knows this company is yours, she has no way out!"

Magnus watched as Natalia slowly walked into the office and began to arrange her things. He smiled at Paul. "Make sure my wife is comfortable and free from any pressure at work. Also, buy a villa near the company."

"Yes!" Paul hadn't seen Magnus smile in years, but he was smiling now. His eyes were filled with joy.