Reborn, Reawakened, Rekindled

Chapter 212

In my dad’s family, three generations have been government officials. They’ve always stuck to their guns, never abused their power.

My mom and I have always stood by my dad’s principles. We were really proud of him.

“Neil, I know you’ve got beef with my family. I get it, but can you separate personal feelings from business, okay?” I asked with sincerity.

Neil heaved a big sigh, “How can you expect a jerk to keep things professional?”

His gutsy confession of being a jerk left me at a loss for words.

Suddenly, Neil stood up and walked over to me. He bent down close to me, so close that I could see his eyelashes.

I held my breath, taken aback.

“I didnt target your family intentionally, but I could make SaintlyBio Corporation change their minds. You need my help?” he asked in a low voice.

“Yes. That’s exactly what I need.” I tried to keep it cool.

Neil grabbed my chin, forcing me to look at him. He winked, looking curious. “Your dad can’t interveng, but what about your mom’s family?”

I was caught off guard. My mom’s family had some complex connections and old scores to settle, so I didn’t want to go into it.

Unless it was a life-and-death situation, my mom wouldn’t ask her family for help.

“If you step in and tell SaintlyBio Corporation not to target my family, this problem should be a piece of cake.” I didn’t resist Neil’s grip.

“You really think highly of me, your ex-husband. That’s kind of flattering” Neil chuckled. His face softened, but I didn’t let my guard down.

I just grunted a hmm, not saying much.

made me feel uneasy. He was like a beast that spotted

did I put on lipstick? Was

he frowned. This color is too tacky, it doesn’t suit you”

I was speechless

me feel like I was

Neil’s unexpected kiss shattered my cool composure. Just as I was about to push him away,

hell are you

He let go of me, and my lipstick

thermos, apparently bringing Neil dinner. She looked shocked and furious, glaring at

clean with a tissue,

eyes were red. She

what you think.” I started to

across the face. My ears rang.

unable to believe Bonnie had slapped

face was dark and scary. He demanded, “What the hell

to defend me. With tears in her eyes, she was full of resentment and

her.” Neil took all the blame. His voice was cold when he spoke to

her eyes were full of hatred and anger towards

my still-stinging cheek, then raised my hand and slapped Neil across

I cursed, grabbed my purse, and stormed out without looking back,

been stunned. She hit me, Neil protected me, and yet

so much; how could she

me. I didn’t stop; instead, I quickly entered the

got home, I slumped on the couch, exhausted. Surprisingly, my mom was still awake.

some friends, looking for potential suppliers to replace SaintlyBio Corporation.” I replied.

progress?’ Mom sat next to

tiredness filled my mom’s face, “Actually, there’s a suitable company, but we couldn’t strike a deal”

Which

I asked curiously.