Reborn, Reawakened, Rekindled

Chapter 286

“She’s Oscar’s sister, and she’s married with kids. You should treat her like family.” I idly remarked while bending down to scratch the head of the little dog.

“Sounds simple. Neil scoffed, “You’ve got tons of houses. Why did you have to bring her here?”

I shot him a look, “I just thought it would be easier to take care of her. Is there a problem with that?”

Neil replied with a poker face, “Yes, there is. She’s a married woman. Why does she need your care? You’re just stirring up trouble for me.”

“Neil, can’t you show a little compassion?” I couldn’t help but raise my voice.

“So, if I suggest moving her to another place, that means I lack compassion?” Neil laughed in annoyance, “You really know how to put someone in a spot.”

I did feel a bit selfish. I only thought about how I could take care of Hannah, completely ignoring the inconvenience it might cause Neil. So I decided to keep my mouth shut

Just then, the little dog started barking.

Neil tugged at its ear, “Quiet.”

I swatted his hand away, “You’re abusing the animal!”

Neil fell silent.

Just a gentle tug was considered animal abuse? He must’ve thought it was absurd too.

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After noticing my indifference, Neil got up and headed upstairs. I followed him immediately. If he was going to his study, I could try to sneak a peek at his password.

If he used facial recognition, then I would just follow him into the study.

I no longer felt embarrassed in front of Neil. We both knew our relationship was purely a transaction at this point.

“What are you following me for?” Neil turned to look at me as we reached the door of his study.

in your

gave me a confused look, like he was wondering if I was an idiot. “Irene, haven’t you been in my study before?”

was only interested in Neil himself

The dog in my arms suddenly

I

the dog!” I said and rushed into

and closed the door

study was huge. Two entire walls were lined with bookshelves. There were also various oil paintings and art pieces others had gifted to Neil. He didn’t want to find a place to display them, so they were kept in the

the desk was cluttered with papers filled

”

He was usually very focused when working, but today he

asked,

to disturb your work.” I replied calmly

pulled out a file from the desk, “I thought you

case.”

stared at the file in Neil’s hand, at a loss for

my intentions so easily made

dog shot out from under

here!” I immediately squatted down and

pull out the file, you start calling it Daisy? If I hadn’t pulled it out, have

would

you

didn’t deny Neil’s words. I walked to the door, opened it, and let the dog

went back to the desk, trying

not going to let me see it?” I feigned ignorance, “Then why did you pull it

you really were after this.” Neil pulled out his phone and showed me a video. In

was very secure, but I

want to see what’s in here. You said

Neil had a more dominating presence, even

really checking. Just looking around.” I replied.

His long, muscular legs, wrapped in dress pants, held a certain charm. He patted his thigh. lightly,