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.

thinking Soneva Jani in the Maldives.” Stella was clearly excited, “You have to go! You and Neil never had a honeymoon.

words stirred something inside me. A honeymoon

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

Neil’s charm, three days should be enough for some

a deal!” I agreed without hesitation.

a bar. I checked the time and declined immediately, I had to go home and sleep. I was already

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

the car, a hand blocked my

clutched my chest, “Get in.”

got in, he asked, “Did you take the photo you sent

days and he’s asking

I saw it with my own eyes, and I took it myself. Is there a problem?” I replied

it to me?” Russel turned

I just wanted you to witness it.” I answered after thinking for a

what?” Russel’s tone was

good friend’s every step towards finding true love. Is that okay?” I sometimes find talking with Russel tiring. 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 time to chat. So it felt different from how it feels now.

like a teacher, and

because Russel will fall in love with Bonnie too. I wanted him to

at me like I was crazy, didn’t say anything, and left.

I could still see

few days were busy for me as I helped Barbara choose hotels and plan her engagement. She said I was the only one among us who was married, so

an engagement

the end, she chose Orchid Hotel for her engagement party and hired a professional wedding team to plan it. Barbara told the team that if they did a good job, she would hire them for her wedding at the end of

engagement, I was eating dinner when Neil

I watched him while eating, wondering, was pursuing Bonnie really that exhausting? “Mr. Whitmore is back.” One of

to the dining room to sit down.

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

even started eating, his phone rang. It was his