Reborn From Oblivion by Christia Muray

Nathan was lounging on the couch, legs crossed. He sat as straight and tall as an oak tree, though his face was lost in shadows, giving him a bit of a mysterious vibe. Nathalie practically jumped when she saw him, stumbling slightly as she regained her balance.

Nathan quickly moved to steady her, sighing with a mix of frustration and amusement. "Nathalie. Why are you so scared of me?"

Nathalie looked at his ever-maturing face, realizing how much he resembled the formidable figure from her past life, the one who once commanded respect and fear from everyone. "Did you give him Timeless Cycle?" Nathan asked, his voice carrying a hint of anger.

"I did. Five hundred million, not a penny less," Nathalie said, proudly holding up the check.

Nathan chuckled, shaking his head slightly. "You didn't make a profit, and yet you're so pleased."

Nathalie shrugged, "At least I didn't lose anything."

Nathan sighed softly, "You just don't get it."

"Pardon? Get what?" Nathalie asked, confused.

Nathan gently ruffled her hair, "Never mind."

I think I might be cursed

laughed, "What nonsense! Nathan, you are so cute. Just imagine how many girls will

a smile, "Out of all the choices, I'd pick just

so loyal. You're way ahead of those

compliment. "It's all thanks

Meanwhile, elsewhere...

the pouring rain. By the

taking in the pendant

spent time with Greta, he'd picked up some design

found the mystical

a tiny, intricate pendant shaped like an N. Cameron's sharp eyes narrowed,

"Nathan?"

"Nathalie?"

of their commitment. Cameron could sense that their relationship wasn't just a fleeting fling or a shallow compromise. It was likely something deeper.

Cameron picked up the necklace again,

drifted off to sleep,