Reborn, Reawakened, Rekindled

Chapter 212

In my dad’s family, three generations have been government officials. They’ve always stuck to their guns, never abused their power.

My mom and I have always stood by my dad’s principles. We were really proud of him.

“Neil, I know you’ve got beef with my family. I get it, but can you separate personal feelings from business, okay?” I asked with sincerity.

Neil heaved a big sigh, “How can you expect a jerk to keep things professional?”

His gutsy confession of being a jerk left me at a loss for words.

Suddenly, Neil stood up and walked over to me. He bent down close to me, so close that I could see his eyelashes.

I held my breath, taken aback.

“I didnt target your family intentionally, but I could make SaintlyBio Corporation change their minds. You need my help?” he asked in a low voice.

“Yes. That’s exactly what I need.” I tried to keep it cool.

Neil grabbed my chin, forcing me to look at him. He winked, looking curious. “Your dad can’t interveng, but what about your mom’s family?”

I was caught off guard. My mom’s family had some complex connections and old scores to settle, so I didn’t want to go into it.

Unless it was a life-and-death situation, my mom wouldn’t ask her family for help.

“If you step in and tell SaintlyBio Corporation not to target my family, this problem should be a piece of cake.” I didn’t resist Neil’s grip.

“You really think highly of me, your ex-husband. That’s kind of flattering” Neil chuckled. His face softened, but I didn’t let my guard down.

a hmm, not saying

look made me feel

on lipstick? Was I

thumb gently rubbed over my lips, then he frowned. This color is too

I was speechless

Neil’s lips covered mine. His smokey breath made me

my pupils dilating. Neil’s unexpected kiss shattered my cool composure. Just as I was

the hell are

me, and my lipstick

Neil dinner. She looked shocked

with a

me. Her eyes were red.

what you think.”

me across

my cheek, unable to believe Bonnie had slapped

the couch. His face was

Neil to defend me. With tears in her eyes, she was full of resentment and injustice, “Nejl, I’m your girlfriend now! We’re about to get engaged. How could you do this with

forced her.” Neil took all the blame.

was even more shocked. Her lips were trembling, and her eyes were

touched my still-stinging cheek, then raised my hand and slapped Neil

I cursed, grabbed my purse, and stormed out

She hit me, Neil protected me, and yet

Neil so much; how could

behind me. I didn’t stop; instead, I quickly entered the elevator and

my mom was still awake. She asked, “Rena, where did you go this

looking for potential suppliers to replace

progress?’ Mom sat next to

head. Disappointment and tiredness filled my mom’s face, “Actually, there’s a

Which