Reborn, Reawakened, Rekindled

Chapter 498

“Let’s not talk about this now, shall we? Let’s not mix personal matters with business,” I sighed, Neil’s words leaving a sour taste in my mouth.

“And when do you suggest we’talk about it, then?” Neil’s tone chilled as he mentioned Russel. “I’m just worried your judgement is clouded, and you’ll agree to Russel’s unreasonable demands. I know him too well, understand?”

I wasn’t losing my mind, just feeling irritable.

Neil’s phone buzzed, a work-related call. After a brief conversation, he hung up and informed me, “I’ve got to head back to the office. I’ll probably be staying in Rosemont for a while, sorting things out before heading to Eldoria. My mom’s heading there earlier though, you can go with her if you want. She can help look after your kids.”

“Okay, you go ahead and get your work done,” I replied.

Neil nodded, got into his car, and drove off, leaving me standing alone. Only when his car disappeared from my view did I turn to make my way upstairs.

Hannah was already up, fussing over some plants on the balcony, while Bailey was cooking breakfast in the kitchen, a simple yet homey vibe.

“Where have you been this early, Ms. Finch? Hannah greeted me. From her spot on the balcony, she must’ve seen me talking with Neil.

I gave a sheepish smile, “Just went out for a bit.”

She didn’t probe further, only reminding me that breakfast would be ready soon. I nodded and went to check on my kids, Serena and Brandon. They were awake, but quiet, playing on their own.

Seeing them always stirred up feelings of regret deep inside me. I grew up with both parents in a happy family, showered with their love. I wanted the same for my children: a full and complete family.

After playing with them for a while, I was summoned by Hannah for breakfast. She offered to watch the kids for me, so they wouldn’t tumble off the bed.

Thanks,” I nodded and went to have breakfast.

Bailey was waiting for me at the table, a serious look on his face. I could tell he had something to say. True enough, halfway through breakfast, he asked, “You met with Neil earlier, didn’t you?”

not denying it, “Yeah, he found out I

you?” Bailey’s tone betrayed his disapproval. ‘You’ve wasted so much time and emotion on him, and now with

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Chapter 498

with him. Your parents would be against it too if they

knew.”

at Whitmore Co. If they did, they’d feel vindicated. But if they found out

haven’t forgotten anything, Bailey. You’ve been with me long enough to know my personality. If Russel is causing trouble with Neil because of me, I

Bailey, so I wasn’t worried about him using this

heavily, “So what’s your plan?”

really sure myself. I can’t even find Russel. I think I’ll have to pay a visit to the Dawson family

gave me a

never been to the Dawson family in this life, but I had visited a few

so I remembered

Without an appointment, I wasn’t allowed to enter. Russel still wasn’t answering his phone, so I had to wait at

gate.

about to drive to the Dawson family company to find Russel, I saw a car

Was it Karina?

car window. I was sure it was Karina. But why was she here? I

replaced with strong

allowed to enter

First, she had contacted the Dawson family and received permission. Second, she had been here before and was familiar to

staff.

unacceptable to