Reborn From Oblivion by Christia Muray

Chapter 313

Ashley's expression fell visibly. But her pride wouldn't let Nathalie outshine her. With a bold move, she grabbed Nathan's hand, pressing his chilly palm against her cheek. She blinked her innocent eyes at him. "Nathan, I really like you. I want to marry you. Can you not be

so nice to other women? It makes me jealous."

Nathan gently pulled his hand back, his voice distant and cool. "Ashley, you should find someone else. Don't waste your time on me. It won't lead anywhere."

Ashley's eyes widened, tears threatening to spill. "Nathan, is it because you love Nathalie?"

Nathan didn't reply. He was lost in a heavy silence.

Ashley, eager to make her point, continued, "What does she have that I don't? Everyone says she's been married, had a miscarriage, and might not be able to have kids in the future. The Rowland family would never approve of your marriage."

Nathan's face turned pale. "Who told you this?" He thought about how strong Nathalie was and how hurtful it would be for her to hear these words.

Ashley, blunt as ever, said, "Mason told Nathalie himself. I overheard it."

His fist clenched tightly, and he gritted

stop chasing after

it was being pierced by shards of painfully cold

must have retreated into her shell, losing the courage to pursue a complicated

go after her. I'm

relief. She beamed, "I knew you couldn't possibly

looked out the window silently, his worry

storm was brewing. The sky was filled with dark clouds. Every now and then, lightning sliced through, followed by thunderclaps like

living room. Lizzy was curled up on the sofa, her doe-like eyes fixed on her. "Nathalie,

replied, "Mr.

settle my issues with Cameron quickly. Lizzy, I'll respect your choice whether you decide

eyes were teary. "Wherever you go,

"Then stay here for now. In three months, I'll

Lizzy nodded obediently. "Okay."