Reborn From Oblivion by Christia Muray

Chapter 120

Nellie was momentarily taken aback. She couldn't help but reach over and ruffle his hair. "Did I accidentally bring home a goofy puppy?" she teased. Nathan let out a hearty laugh.

He drove Nellie to a charming villa, and just as he was helping her out of the car, a swarm of paparazzi suddenly appeared, snapping away like mad.

Thinking quickly, Nellie switched things up and pretended to support Nathan instead. Her face was a mask of tension and worry. She dreaded the media spinning tales about her and Nathan. Her reputation was already shot, so more gossip didn't faze her, but Nathan's spotless name was on the line.

Nathan noticed the subtle shift in Nellie's demeanor and was moved by her thoughtful and genuine nature. His gaze turned sharp as he glared at the paparazzi, his age-defying intensity showing through. "Is Benjamin that desperate to cast himself as the Rowland family heir?"

Nellie was confused, "Now that he's got dirt on us, Nathan, do you have a plan if Benjamin tries to stir up trouble?"

"Don't sweat it, Nellie," Nathan reassured her. "Handling someone like Benjamin is a walk in the park."

relieved. Whatever Nathan said, she

Nellie into his private villa, where Lizzy was eagerly waiting to

only to be called into the study by

you've been keeping Mrs. Dawson close,

tugging at his lips. "You're quite the messenger. You work

replied to Mason without

clearly disappointed and cautioned Nathan, "You're new to the social circles, and making powerful enemies isn't

a showdown with

Nathan's ambition

now!" Mason cut him off, frustrated.

do that."

raised an eyebrow. "I hear Mrs. Dawson is all style and no substance. Even Cameron doesn't think much of her. Why do you