Reborn, Reawakened, Rekindled

Chapter 286

Chapter 286

“She’s Oscar’s sister, and she’s married with kids. You should treat her like family.” I idly remarked while bending down to scratch the head of the little dog.

“Sounds simple. Neil scoffed, “You’ve got tons of houses. Why did you have to bring her here?”

I shot him a look, “I just thought it would be easier to take care of her. Is there a problem with that?”

Neil replied with a poker face, “Yes, there is. She’s a married woman. Why does she need your care? You’re just stirring up trouble for me.”

“Neil, can’t you show a little compassion?” I couldn’t help but raise my voice.

“So, if I suggest moving her to another place, that means I lack compassion?” Neil laughed in annoyance, “You really know how to put someone in a spot.”

I did feel a bit selfish. I only thought about how I could take care of Hannah, completely ignoring the inconvenience it might cause Neil. So I decided to keep my mouth shut

Just then, the little dog started barking.

Neil tugged at its ear, “Quiet.”

I swatted his hand away, “You’re abusing the animal!”

Neil fell silent.

Just a gentle tug was considered animal abuse? He must’ve thought it was absurd too.

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After noticing my indifference, Neil got up and headed upstairs. I followed him immediately. If he was going to his study, I could try to sneak a peek at his password.

If he used facial recognition, then I would just follow him into the study.

I no longer felt embarrassed in front of Neil. We both knew our relationship was purely a transaction at this point.

you following me for?” Neil turned to look at me

you have books in your study?” I asked.

confused look, like he was wondering if I was an idiot. “Irene, haven’t you

had, but not often. Back then, I was only interested in Neil himself and not what was in his study.

the door opened. The dog in

I was

and rushed into

the door

were lined with bookshelves. There were also various oil paintings and art pieces others had gifted

to look for the dog. I scanned the desk, hoping to find some clues. But the desk was cluttered with papers filled with dense

”

usually very focused when

me. After a while, he asked, “Are you looking for the dog or something else?”

I don’t want it to disturb your work.” I replied

“I thought you were looking for this. It’s internal information

case.”

I stared at the file in Neil’s hand, at

my intentions so easily made me

dog shot out from under the

here!” I immediately squatted

amused, “The moment I pull out the file, you start calling it Daisy? If I

would

you

deny Neil’s words. I walked

again and went back to the desk, trying to reach

feigned ignorance,

this.” Neil

very secure, but I didn’t expect

matter now. So, I decided to admit, “Yes, I did want to see what’s in here. You said you were helping me with the investigation, but how

came to the study just to check up on me, is that it?” Neil had a more dominating presence, even though he was sitting and

Just looking around.” I replied.

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