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."

tightly, and he gritted his teeth.

pleaded, "Nathan, stop chasing after Nathalie. She doesn't

being pierced by shards of

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

don't need to go after her.

you couldn't possibly like Nathalie.

out the window silently, his

was filled with dark clouds. Every now and then, lightning sliced through, followed by thunderclaps like bombs

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

"Mr.

respect your

teary. "Wherever

for now. In three months, I'll come get

Lizzy nodded obediently. "Okay."