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..."

lies to boost Greta's position. "Jasmine, he doesn't speak for me.

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. Jasmine, deeply moved, said,

if Jasmine would

to become her sole protégée, suggesting she drop out of school and join her

was over

under her wing. Ms. Nathalie, your hard work is finally paying off." Nellie, eyes brimming with tears, bowed to the assistant. "Thank

take advantage of the break to do all the

sat on her bed, stunned and

too, was thrilled for her. "While you've got some downtime, you gotta think about any dreams or wishes you'd like to fulfill. Let's make them happen now, so

eyes, which were so different from her own solitary moments by the window at

said, "Lizzy, go pick out a piece of fabric for me. Don't worry about the price just choose one you