Reborn From Oblivion by Christia Muray

Chapter 129

it didn't do much to brighten the surroundings. It felt like one of those nights where dawn might never come.

The night was still and quiet. Only the stars in the night sky cast their chilly glow, keeping Nellie company. She was curled up in the corner of the balcony, her smartphone resting beside her, a webpage still open. The faint light from the screen mingled with the starlight, but Suddenly, the door creaked open, and Nathan flicked on the light. Nellie scrambled to her feet, looking a bit frazzled. "Nathan, do you think I could take a break from work for a bit?"

Nathan walked over, gently tucking her messy hair behind her ear. "Why's that?"

"My reputation's taken a hit lately, and I'm worried it might affect you too," she whispered.

Nathan lifted her chin, making her look up at the stars. "Even the tiniest firefly can shine beautifully. You've always taught me to chase the light and walk in its glow. Now that you're in a tough spot, how can you think of backing down instead of pushing through?" Nellie sat in silence for a moment before speaking. "I'm divorcing Cameron, and he's bound to try everything to get back at me. It'd be better for you to keep your distance until this whole mess is over. I don't want to drag you down with me." "You want me to just look out for myself? Wouldn't that make me a jerk?" Nathan replied.

keeping to yourself, you can help me from the shadows,"

hint of a smile. "That actually makes sense. With you out in the open and me working behind the scenes, we can tackle Cameron together. It'll add a bit of excitement to our lives. So, it's settled.

or working, he kept glancing at the screen, feeling strangely empty when there were no calls or messages from Nellie. He thought flaunting his relationship with Greta would make

what

about to go public. You need to lay low. Your thing with Greta is causing

son, and he's threatening to strip

the

her tone soft yet heavy. "Cameron, I know you're having a tough time. Ever since you got with Nellie, you haven't smiled much. But this is a crucial moment. You need to think about the bigger picture. Maybe ease off seeing Greta for now and try to show a united front with

Nellie and I are actually