Reborn, Reawakened, Rekindled

Chapter 281

glanced at Bonnie. She was gazing at Neil, her smitten eyes totally for real.

admit, Neil’s looks were indeed flawless.

When Neil made an appearance, a lot of people would hop up to chat with him. Even though everyone present had some kind of status, Nell’s was still the op dog among them

pulled my gaze back and started to sort through the documents I brought. That day’s opening speech was for me to give. I had done ample prep work efore and even revised the speech a few times.

ven though I had taken over the company only recently, I wasn’t scared, but rather a tad excited. Showcasing myself at the meeting could potentially elp me reel in some partners.

leil was seated a fair distance from me, so I felt pretty much at ease, but I could still feel his gaze lingering on me from time to time.

here were some rubbernecks who would look at Neil, then at me. Their eyes showed curiosity towards us.

ust then, my phone buzzed. It was a message from Neil, “I pulled an all-nighter at the office last night, so I didn’t make it home.”

tock a peek at Neil, who was not far away. He was busy chatting with someone. His demeanor showed an air of arrogance, making him come off as a atural born leader.

didn’t reply to Neil, pretending I didn’t see his message.

bout a minute later, Neil looked at me again. This time, there was a hint of displeasure in his eyes.

lonnie had been keeping an eye on me. She glanced at my phone, then at Neil. She seemed a bit peeved.

avoided Neil’s gaze. Just as I picked up my phone to check the time, a call from an unknown number came in. I hesitated for a moment, then answered.

I know who offed Oscar. If you give me 20 grand, I’ll hand over the evidence,” an odd voice came from the other end.

asked, “Where are you?”

Too noisy. I’ll call you next

to a quieter spot, hoping

again, the

but there was

The voice sounded like it had been altered, making it impossible to tell the gender

racing. Oscar was still lying in the morgue. His kin would come to handle his affairs in the next

thought their son had died

heavy heart, I returned to

eyes of everyone present, I

paper in front

had already quietened down. Everyone was waiting for me to start my speech. My speech marked the start of the summit, but there was, standing under the spotlight,

could take a toll on

me

The host

going through many difficulties recently. It’s really not easy for her to attend this summit today. Let’s give her some encouragement Gloria’s voice rang out. Her hypocritical voice clearly was audible to everyone

undeniably trying to put me

in the venue, making me feel even more nervous.

to figure out a solution myself, or else I would be a laughingstock. Then someone spoke up, “If Ms. Finch is at a loss for words, maybe someone else should take over.”

I was in desperate need

has been getting a good response in

not let Ms. Tueley

the stage with a round of

veterans, one after another, suggested Bonnie take my

at the documents in her hand

steps back and

gave me an apologetic look and asked me with pretend modesty,