Reborn, Reawakened, Rekindled

Chapter 427

There had always been friction between Neil and Russel. Their relationship had shifted from childhood friends to sworn enemies over the past couple of years. So, I had anticipated their conversation wouldn’t be all sunshine and rainbows.

Russel had likely suggested Neil to recognize his current status and stop meddling in his affairs.

“Do you really think I believe those kids are yours?” Neil’s face appeared icy cold on the surveillance footage.

“I showed you the DNA test results. Do you want me to detail out how she and I conceived these kids?” Russel, being Neil’s long-time friend, knew exactly where to poke to bring out the pain.

The mere thought of such a scene was unbearable for Neil. The fact that he had managed to keep his distance for this long was nothing short of a miracle.

Russel’s words, however, were undoubtedly stirring up those unbearable thoughts in Neil.

Then Neil punched Russel in a fit of rage. Russel didn’t retaliate. When I stepped out, Neil was preparing for another round.

I turned off the surveillance footage, my mind in turmoil.

I hadn’t expected Russel to use this matter to provoke Neil. His actions not only shocked me but also left me disappointed.

“Stella, you go ahead and eat. I have to step out for a bit,” I told Stella as I got up. “Can you ask Norah to watch the kids? I’ll be back soon.”

Stella nodded. She was too preoccupied to meddle in my affairs.

I went straight to Russel’s place. He wasn’t working that evening and seemed surprised to see me. I rarely ever visited him on my own accord. My visits were usually at the behest of my parents.

Russel’s home was as simple and cozy as ever. The aroma of a freshly cooked meal wafted through the air. Stella was at my place today so he hadn’t joined us for dinner.

with Stella?” Russel’s voice had lost its initial cold indifference and had now become tender. His hair shimmered softly under

sway hearts

the sofa, “Russel, can you tell me what you said to

across from me. He wore a gray t-shirt and matching trousers, appearing

gave Russel one last chance.

hesitated for a moment, but his answer

of disappointment. He hadn’t truly opened

emotions at the moment. I was both prepared

noticed my discomfort. His eyes squinted a little, “What’s

the one at the front gate. I heard your entire conversation with Neil. Russel, why did you say those

on Russel’s face froze. His lips tightened, hinting at a coldness.

if my words

the DNA test I showed him, he’ll definitely

reason?” I

you know I understand Neil as well as you do, if

to trust Russel fully. His explanation made it seem like he was doing all of this for

the table. His long eyelashes fluttered like a delicate fan, enhancing

somewhat wronged and a bit uneasy.

feel like staying there any longer. Without another word,

Russel call out

Tignored him. When I got back home, I was still

make matters worse, a more troublesome situation awaited

the two were now