Reborn From Oblivion by Christia Muray

Chapter 474

Ashley gave the question some serious thought. She knew she didn't have the patience for taking care of a child, especially one that wasn't her own and, truth be told, one she didn't find particularly appealing. She confessed, "I don't think I can do it."

Nathan nodded, understanding her choice. "I appreciate your honesty, Ashley. You might not know this, but my own childhood was rougher than theirs. At three, I was snatched by traffickers, often going hungry, just skin and bones. Probably even less lovable than they seem. But I got lucky-a guardian angel rescued me, and that's how I managed to thrive." Ashley's eyes widened with sympathy. "Nathan, I had no idea you went through something like that. Is that why you're so determined to help the kids here?"

Nathan's gaze drifted to a little girl in the corner. She was quiet, her face thin, but her eyes tugged at his heart.

She reminded him so much of Nathalie.

"I felt a connection the minute I saw her," Nathan said, nodding towards the girl. "That's why I've decided to adopt her."

you're not even married. When you are, you could have your own kids

were heartless. As the saying goes, 'Like mother, like daughter.' Aren't you worried she might disappoint you with

was anxious for him. "Nathan,

the orphanage director approached, gently guiding the little girl from the corner and whispering something to her. She glanced over at Nathan with a look of surprise. Nathan waved her over,

Nathan, the adoption papers are all set. You can take

gently brushing her hair. His usual stern demeanor was replaced with a gentle warmth. "Would you like

him, her thin frame accentuating her porcelain skin and eyes darker and brighter than obsidian. Despite

suddenly, reaching out and wrapping her arms around

and

as breathing. Nathan gripped her hand gently, his eyes and smile full of