Reborn, Reawakened, Rekindled

Chatper 406

Chapter 406

“Thanks. You better get going. Take a shower and change into some clean clothes.”

I called out to Neil as we reached the car.

His expression was apathetic, seemingly unbothered by his soaked state at the time. Faith insisted on him getting a taste of hardship, and there was nothing I could have done about it.

“All right, I’m off then.” After a brief reply, Neil headed back home with his umbrella. I instructed Norah to get in the backseat with Serena, then hopped into the driver’s seat, ready to go home.

Upon arriving home, my mom noticed the doll and asked, “Did you buy this for Serena?”

I hesitated for a moment, then gave a small nod, “Yeah.”

Norah seemed taken aback and looked like she wanted to say something, but I shot her a warning look. She was a smart woman. She knew better than to speak

out of turn.

“Why didn’t you get one for Brandon?” My dad questioned, noticing the doll.

“Well, it was just a little gift that came with a clothing purchase. There was only one. I’ll get something for Brandon later.” I came up with an excuse on the spot. If my parents knew the doll was from Neil, they would have probably thrown it away immediately.

Despite everything that had happened between Neil and me, I wanted to keep that gift for Serena. The child was innocent, and I didn’t want to deprive her of that small token from her father.

still too young

visit three days later. Mitch had been quite busy at that time.

sure. He’s been really busy and hasn’t been home much,” I replied,

was a man with a clear

around, then lowered her voice, “You should

surprise. Russel had previously warned me to avoid Karina and not to believe anything she

was going on?

his, and he didn’t need to compromise for the sake of a job offer. Why

to ask you. It’s really strange,” Stella gossiped, “Didn’t Karina initially pursue

being with Russel, I didn’t want to interfere with his life. But if he had to get entangled

away from Karina, and then that? I

call him later and ask,” I responded.

wait? Call him now. It’s just a quick question,” Stella

number, feeling just as confused and

times before it was picked up. And to my surprise, it was Karina’s voice on the other end, “Hello, who is

my number on his contacts.

jealous, but I was

Russel?” I

bit busy right now. His phone is with me. I’ll tell him to call you back, okay?” Karina’s voice carried a hint of amusement. “What is he doing? Let him answer now,” I demanded, annoyance flaring in my chest. The feeling of being toyed with was far from

call right now,” Karina repeated.

I heard Russel’s voice in the background, “Is that my phone? Give it to

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