Reborn From Oblivion by Christia Muray

Chapter 21

The young man was like wolf, still yet to fully mature. He gave off the vibe of an irresistibly cute puppy. Given his willingness to step forward, Nellie pondered whether she should take full advantage of the situation.

But the thought of that enigmatic figure at the top of the social ladder-a breathtakingly beautiful yet untouchable man-gave her pause. Nellie decided it wasn't worth the risk.

"I'll stick to what I know best for now-women's fashion," she concluded.

Nathan looked a bit crestfallen. "Well, when you do get into men's fashion, let me be your model, okay?"

Nellie gave a casual nod. "Sure, we'll see."

sketches of several designs for women's clothing. She picked her favorite and carefully cut the fabric, sewing it into a complete outfit. It was a grass-green high-waisted skirt paired with a chic beige cropped blazer. The outfit, lined with a soft oatmeal hue, struck

influence and often couldn't even

delicate health. One day, while making soup

absence, he called out a few times, "Nathalie?" With no answer, he limped from room to room until he found her in the kitchen, unconscious on the floor. She was even clutching the pie

picked her

check-up, the doctor asked Nathan, puzzled, "The patient is missing a kidney and has

clenched, his knuckles white. "Doc,

mature air and coupled with Nellie's youthful looks, the doctor misunderstood their relationship. He advised, "You should cut back on, um, intimate relations and definitely take precautions. Her body isn't strong enough for pregnancy." Nathan flushed

nourishing soups,

had pushed herself, despite her illness, to pay for his treatments. She'd work through the night

be so