Reborn, Reawakened, Rekindled

Chapter 282

Well, since Neil had put it that way, there was no room for negotiation

We were talking big shots from Rosemont Making a fool of yourself in front of them? Heavy consequences.

Gloria’s face turned ugly, all her usual grace and dignity was gone She was looking at Bonnie, her eyes full of disappointment.

The host whispered to Bonnie, “Ms Tueley, please return to your seat.”

“Okay. “Bonnie responded with a downcast head, placed her speech on the podium, and quickly exited the stage.

I picked up her discarded speech, gave it a once-over, and tossed it into the nearby trash. Then, I continued where Bonnie had left off.

I was pretty pleased with Bonnie’s performance. It got my gears turning: my delivery was light but powerful.

About ten minutes later, my talk was over The room burst into applause.

I knew I did good that day

Bonnie, on the other hand, was a mess. From the moment she returned to her seat to the end of the summit, she had kept her head down, staring at the table. Her mind clearly elsewhere.

“Ms. Finch, hold up.” Everyone else had left, but Gloria stopped me. She brought Bonnie over. This was Bonnie’s fault today. She shouldn’t have taken your speech.”

Bonnie glanced at me, but I didn’t see any regret in her eyes.

I simply gave a cold laugh without saying a word and left.

On the way back, I had someone look into the mysterious phone number to see who called me. It might have given the cops a lead.

All I could do then was to wait for the investigation to bear fruit or for the caller to contact me again.

When I got back to Sterling Estates, I couldn’t help but think of the ring Neil tossed. It had been a few days: I wondered if anyone found it.

the direction Neil tossed the ring. If I was not mistaken, it should have been

made the ground a thin layer of white, making the search

are you doing?” Neil’s voice suddenly came from behind me. I was

from the meeting, but then hed gotten a black coat on top, adding a touch of elegance to his cold demeanor.

black clothes, Neil’s skin had a soft glow. He didn’t look like

said, “Nothing. I heard a puppy whining. I was afraid

eyes at the snow I’ve

the engagement ring Russel Dawson

him was exhausting. He made lying hard.

better at acting, so I just brushed off my hands and said, “Am I crazy? Do I

know! Neil’s gaze fell on my red, cold hands. He took off his leather gloves, “Put these on

They were soft inside, still warm from his hands, and suddenly

led me back towards the

and nights

the

frame and long strides keeping him ahead. I could see his profile and the

Small flakes lightly

moment we entered the mansion, the housekeeper greeted us. “Would you like dinner prepared earlier today? “Hum”Neil responded. So, the housekeeper got busy

felt cold, so I took off the gloves

was really busy. The fact that he made time to argue with me

so

today” Neil put down his phone and told me. He seemed to be genuinely complimenting

so too” I responded casually,

Remember to answer the door. I’m going to take a shower” With that, Neil went

bit puzzled A gift?

an hour later, sure enough, someone knocked on the door, bringing a big box. The person left

confused and unsure of what was in the box. Then, I heard

a