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."

get Jasmine to have me as a 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,

preference for Greta to upset Nellie so much. He had no choice but to 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 over

stared at him quietly, her eyes full of blatant 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 help

he realized Nellie wouldn't be so easily won over

Nellie

aback. Nellie's disdain for

stop this. Come

even glance his way, turning to

out the door and

respond. She's worried that Cameron might disturb the neighbors, and called the cops, who

never dreamed

day, Nellie, dragging her sick self alongside Lizzy, made her way to the hotel where Jasmine was