Reborn From Oblivion by Christia Muray

Chapter 5

Cameron reached out to Nellie. "Come home with me."

The scene felt eerily similar to their first meeting four years ago. Back then, Nellie had been cast out by her mother. Wounded and vulnerable, she drifted to this very spot. Cameron had arrived like a beacon in the night, offering warmth and safety to the lost Nellie. She's

drawn to his gentle, kind face, and followed him without a second thought.

"Why me?" Nellie had asked. She was young but wise enough to know nothing comes without strings attached.

Cameron, looking burdened, eventually replied in a low voice, "It just has to be you."

Little did she know, he had gone to great lengths to find her and weaved his way into her life. Naively, she believed he was just a generous soul, like those who helped other struggling kids. She trusted him so easily.

"Thank you for offering me a home," Nellie said. "I'm a hard worker. I can cook, clean, do the laundry... whatever you need."

Cameron gave her a soft look. "I'm not in need of a housekeeper."

can

truly want

a small kindness should

Cameron smiled knowingly.

...

four years together, he understood why she had returned to Rainbow Bridge, the very place

bring her back here, seeking to return to the moment

sadness. "Do

Nellie remained silent.

frantic chase, and her chiffon dress was stained with blood. She fought

her head, but

I

hearing about Nellie disappearing. The doctor says her health is deteriorating. You need to calm her down; she always listens to you." Hanging up, Cameron's face showed his worry for Greta. "Nellie, your sister just had surgery. She can't handle this stress. I need to be at the hospital, so

stood and instructed Matt,