Reborn From Oblivion by Christia Muray

Chapter 146

She might have lost, but she did so with dignity. His win, however, was far from honorable. Sure, he held onto his wealth, but his reputation took a nosedive.

Back at the Dawson family's mansion, Cameron dragged himself through the door and collapsed onto the sofa, utterly drained. Seeing him like this, Kristina and Greta felt a pang of sympathy tugging at their hearts.

In her gentle way, Kristina tried to console him. "Cameron, no matter how it played out, you've finally shaken off Nellie. You're free now."

Kristina was already picturing a bright future. "Cameron, once you and Nellie are officially done, I've got friends who'll line up the best matches for you in the Capital. With what you've got to offer, finding a good girl will be a breeze."

"And if you end up with a well-connected lady and have her parents' backing, it could skyrocket your career. Your dad might even start treating you with the respect you deserve instead of favoring that other son of his."

dark. She tugged quietly

caught on and responded, "Mom, what are you saying?

frosty glance at Greta. "Cameron, I know you and Greta are in love, but Nellie's made a mess of your reputations. If you go ahead and marry her, the gossip will be relentless. Everyone online is watching your

She'd hoped that once Cameron was free, he'd marry her. But

This might not be the best time for us. For your career's sake, maybe

press about us," he said stubbornly. "I'll pay to have it all

a warm glow inside from Cameron's determination to protect her. But Kristina's tone was still

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