Reborn From Oblivion by Christia Muray

Chapter 623

Nathalie was feeling pretty uneasy about being alone in a room with a stranger, especially at night.

The guy seemed to pick up on her vibe. "What's up? Scared I might just gobble you up?" he teased with a smirk.

Nathalie glanced at his legs and replied, "I'm not worried about you eating me. I'm more concerned about Nathan, my partner, worrying about me. I texted him earlier, and he hasn't replied. He's probably stuck in this nasty weather too, and it might've messed with the cell service."

The man finished his meal, set his fork down with a touch of elegance, and wiped his hands with a napkin. “Don't stress. The weather's rough, but it'll clear up soon," he said calmly.

"How can you be so sure?" Nathalie asked, curiosity piqued.

"I checked the weather forecast," he replied.

"If forecasts were that reliable, we wouldn't be caught off guard by stuff like this," she countered.

“Want to make a bet?” he suggested, a playful challenge in his tone.

"What kind of bet?" Nathalie inquired, intrigued.

"If the rain stops before dawn, I win," he declared.

Nathalie peered through the downpour. "And what's the wager?" she asked.

for me,

immediately on guard.

paused, considering her

wary. "I'm not

The man chuckled. "Deal."

a bit more at ease, Nathalie agreed.

phone chimed again. Fishing it out of her purse,

was taken aback.

voice burst through the line, full of accusation. "Nathalie, where on earth are you right

"I'm at the

voice rose

You're with my

why

meddle

embarrassment. She stammered, "Ashley, you've got it all wrong. First off, I didn't know he was your fiancé. Plus, I'm with Nathan now.

softened slightly.

"Absolutely," Nathalie assured her.

"Swear it!" Ashley insisted.

raised her hand to swear, but the man leaned over

Nathalie handed it

do you even realize what you're