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.

to do one thing for me, no questions asked..." he

was immediately on guard. "I'm

her words. "Neither am

her chest, still wary. "I'm not selling my

The man chuckled. "Deal."

at ease, Nathalie agreed. "Alright,

phone chimed again. Fishing it out of her purse,

and was taken aback. "Why is Ashley

burst through the line, full

at the Sunflower Lounge. What's

voice rose sharply. "I

You're with my

why

to meddle with the guys

fiancé. Plus, I'm with Nathan now. I'm not interested in anyone else. I just wanted to thank him for his help. After this,

softened

"Absolutely," Nathalie assured her.

"Swear it!" Ashley insisted.

hand to swear, but the man leaned over and said, "Let me take the

handed

cold. "Ashley, do you even realize what