Reborn From Oblivion by Christia Muray

Chapter 48

"I'll never forget the encouragement you gave me all those years ago," Nellie said, pulling out the gift Jasmine had given her back then. Jasmine gasped, "Was that really you?"

She looked at Nellie in disbelief. "It's been years, and you've really blossomed."

Nellie blushed. "It's all thanks to the inspirational quote you gave me back then; it helped me find my way back."

Jasmine was taken aback, her eyes welling up with tears. "Nathalie, I've always admired you. If you hadn't stepped away from this path, I believe we would have been the perfect team." Nellie's face turned pale. "What do you mean? I've never given up on fashion design."

Jasmine stood up, shocked. "Really? But your husband said..."

he doesn't speak for me. I'm not giving up on

a tight hug. They talked about everything, from fashion design to personal interests. As a mentor, Jasmine was genuinely concerned about Nellie's life outside of work, understanding how closely personal and professional lives are connected. Nellie casually mentioned her struggling marriage and her ambitions in business.

if Jasmine would judge her for

her surprise, the next day, Jasmine's assistant delivered a letter. In it, Jasmine invited Nellie to become her sole protégée, suggesting she drop out of school and join her after

over

you under her wing. Ms. Nathalie, your hard work is finally paying

quite strict. You might want to take advantage of the break to do all the things you've been meaning to do. Once you're with her, it'll be nonstop work." "Thanks,

Nellie sat on her bed, stunned

"While you've got some downtime, you gotta think about any dreams or wishes you'd like to fulfill.

gazed into Lizzy's bright, innocent eyes, which were so different from her own solitary moments by the window at

pick out a piece of fabric for me. Don't worry about the price