Reborn From Oblivion by Christia Muray

Chapter 47

Cameron was absolutely floored.

For a split second, he almost believed Nellie was truly eager to get rid of him. But he quickly snapped back to reality. "Nellie, this whole playing hard-to-get act could really blow up in your face," he said, gritting his teeth.

Nellie felt that saying anything more was just a waste of time. "Cameron, just leave. I can't stand to see you anymore." Her face was a mix of hurt and sadness.

Cameron tried to soften his tone. "Nel, your sister never really aimed high in life. This was her only wish, and I had to make it happen for her."

"And what about me? This is my only wish too!" Nellie's heart felt as if it was being torn apart. The pain was unbearable.

Cameron awkwardly looked away from Nellie's stubborn face. "You have me, and that should be enough for you."

mentee? How does that sound?" Cameron's smile vanished. "Nellie, don't say things you don't mean." He couldn't believe that, in her heart, he was less important than some outsider. Nellie replied weakly, "Being your wife, Cameron, is quite

try and calm her down. "Nellie, what's so great about being a fashion designer? It's tough and exhausting, and you're always bending

sarcasm. "Cameron, do you honestly believe what you're saying? If being a fashion designer is so bad, then why did you go to such lengths to

wouldn't be so

hint of emotion, Nellie told Lizzy, "Show

aback. Nellie's

this. Come home with

glance his way, turning to

nudged Cameron out the door and shut it firmly behind

Cameron might disturb the neighbors,

left in shock; he never dreamed Nellie would handle his persistence

self alongside Lizzy,