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.

have to go! You and Neil never had a honeymoon. Consider this

stirred something inside me. A honeymoon trip with friends, who wouldn’t

Neil that shouldn’t have. I should get away and give him some

charm, three days should be

a deal!” I agreed without

the travel plans, Stella tried to drag me to a bar. I checked the time and declined immediately, I had to go home

leaving Wellness Oasis, Stella grumbled about me not going with her and drove off. I

hand blocked my door. Russel was standing outside, “We need

me!” I clutched my chest, “Get

soon as he got in, he asked, “Did you

days and he’s asking

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

by sending it to me?”

wanted you to witness it.” I answered after

what?” Russel’s tone was cold.

my past life when we worked together, he was

teacher,

will fall in love with Bonnie too. I wanted him to witness Neil

was crazy, didn’t say anything,

I drove away. I could still see him standing there, watching me from the rearview

her engagement.

never had an engagement party, I went straight to getting

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

Barbara’s engagement, I was eating dinner when Neil came home.

tired. After he tossed his tie on 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.”

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

my meal. It was a bit awkward. Neil and I were not supposed to be intimate until our divorce. Now

eating, his phone rang. It was his dad.