Reborn, Reawakened, Rekindled

Chapter 452

If Neil was still the sharp-witted man I knew, he would easily discern the disbelief in my eyes.

Did he really need to ask? He should have just declined and explained that we were not a married couple, let alone a family.

But it was Hiram who spoke up. The boy looked pretty miffed as he told the saleswoman, “Lady, you’re making things up. She’s not my mom, but this man here is my dad!”

Hiram shot me a glance and pouted, clearly upset.

The saleswoman seemed taken aback, probably trying to piece together the situation in her head. But whatever conclusion she came to did not seem favorable, as she suddenly looked at me disdainfully and exchanged a knowing glance with her colleague.

“Oh, we see. Our mistake!” they retracted their family portrait offer and turned to leave.

I didn’t dwell on it and continued walking forward, while Neil and Hiram trailed behind me.

Given my proximity to the saleswomen, I overheard some of their hushed talk.

“Such a woman, really…”

“Exactly, the man is parading his child around, but she doesn’t feel embarrassed?”

“Look at that man, handsome and wealthy-looking. She must be a homewrecker who was after him!”

They glanced back at me and quickly sped up their pace when they noticed my stern gaze.

they think they could just insult me and leave?

and clear, loud enough for both

stop, but only to shoot me a look before continuing on their way, their strides getting quicker. Their studio

quickened my pace

brought Hiram

again.” I didn’t

didn’t say anything!” Their denial was synchronized.

adamant. It

seemed like a petty thing to involve the

at the entrance drew the attention of the studio

on here, Isla and Katara?” The manager

Isla, one of the saleswomen, pointed at me. “We just offered them a

no idea what we did to upset this lady.” Katara chimed

disdain for me, the “homewrecker”, was

“You’re the manager here, right? Your employees have been slandering me. I have only one request: fire them both!”

Mark’s polite demeanor changed instantly. “Lady, aren’t

a man of average height, slightly overweight. He stepped closer to me, creating an intimidating atmosphere.

his formal, polite demeanor. “Sir, it seems there’s been a misunderstanding between that lady and our staff. We just want to clarify things. May I ask what your relation to her

as he questioned my relationship with Neil, the two saleswomen started exchanging their knowing glances, which only

my anger.

not apologize and resign, I will take legal action.” I was stern, with no intention of a peaceful conversation.

or get remarried, we’ll give you a 20% discount. Is that acceptable?” Mr. Mark seemed unperturbed, as if

clenched my teeth, my