Reborn, Reawakened, Rekindled

Chapter 35

Stella was really strong if Mitch and Cooper stick to their ‘men don’t hit women principle, they might end up in a hospital bed, courtesy of Stella.

I stepped Stella, “Stella, elegant lady doesn’t get into fights with men. Let’s get out of here”

“Humph, Mitch, you better remember this. If I run into you again, I’m gonna beat you to death!” Stella glared at Mitch.

I was truly moved by Stella’s determination. I decided to pay the rest of her expenses.

Stella loved the nightlife, but she’s also a skincare junkie. I advised her to get more sleep, saying it would do wonders for her skin. She laughed and said, “Sometimes, hormonal imbalances can mess up your skin too. We’re almost hitting 30, so a sex life is essential!”

I felt a bit embarrassed, as the scene with Neil last night replayed in my mind.

Even though my legs were a bit sore, I felt great stepping out today. It was like a breath of fresh air after a long time.

“I recently met a young artist. He’s handsome and I heard he’s got a few shows coming up, he’s going to be a big deal. Want me to introduce you?” Stella tried playing matchmaker again when I didn’t respond

Tm not divorced yet. I reminded her, feeling a bit helpless.

“Well, isn’t that just a matter of time? Better have a backup plan!” Stella replied, quite boldly.

I knew the divorce was only a matter of time, but I had standards for my choices. I wouldn’t mind someone like Oscar, as his status could bring a sense of balance into my life.

Otherwise, I’d rather stay single than invite trouble.

“Oh, by the way, Barbara said she wants to go on a trip with us after her engagement party this weekend. Me and Alicia are already in. Are you coming?” Stella asked again.

*Where to?” I asked back.

Maldives.” Stella was clearly excited, “You have to go! You and Neil never had a

something inside me. A honeymoon

something happened between me and Neil that shouldn’t have. I should get away and give

be

a deal!” I agreed

immediately, I had to go home and sleep. I was already up

Stella grumbled about me not going with her and drove off.

a hand blocked my door. Russel was standing outside,

me!” I clutched my

waste any time. As soon as he got in, he asked, “Did you take the photo you

been days and he’s asking about it

I took it myself. Is there a problem?” I replied

by sending it to me?” Russel turned his head to look at

just wanted you to witness it.” I

tone was

He’s as straightforward as Neil, but more serious. During my past life when we worked together, he was always preoccupied with Bonnie, so he didn’t have

he’s like a teacher, and I’m like a guilty student.

because Russel will fall in love with Bonnie too. I wanted him to witness Neil and Bonnie’s love

looked at me like I was crazy, didn’t

I drove away. I could still see

days were busy for me as I helped Barbara choose hotels and plan her engagement. She said I was

had an engagement party, I went

to plan it. Barbara told the team that if they did a good job,

engagement, I was eating dinner

the sofa, he went to get a glass of water. I watched him while eating, wondering, was pursuing Bonnie really that exhausting? “Mr. Whitmore is back.” One of the maids

room to sit down. Seeing this, Ada immediately set a pair of cutlery

head down, eating my meal. It was a bit awkward. Neil and I were not supposed to be intimate until our divorce. Now that we had been,

started eating, his phone rang. It