Reborn, Reawakened, Rekindled

Chapter 416

Chapter 416

“Right, we’re not even friends, Dr. Karina, Let’s make that clear. I chimed in, casting a shadow over Neil’s already gloomy mood.

Karina pretended to be disappointed, “You were once married, after all. There’s no need to be so indifferent. Perhaps, you could just be regular friends moving

forward.”

It was a pretense of reconciliation but, in reality, a display of triumph.

Wasn’t the frosty distance between Neil and me the perfect tonic to her insecurities?

“Whatever kind of friendship it is, I’m not interested. I haven’t had breakfast yet. I’m heading home.” I didn’t play along with Karina’s performance.

Once I found my car, I loaded up the groceries I’d bought and drove home.

If there was any chance of Neil and me being ‘regular friends; why would I have moved to Eldoria?

When I got home, Serena and Brandon were already awake.

Norah was making them exercise. Seeing me, she took the groceries from me, “Ms. Finch, I’ll start breakfast.”

Norah went to the kitchen, and I stayed with the kids.

During that time, my mom/sent a video call. Other than checking in on the kids, she wanted to talk about Lucas’ affairs. To my surprise, Lucas had drawn up a will. After the immediate family, my mom was next in line.

That meant that if something happened to Lucas’ immediate family, all his wealth would have gone to my mom.

to all of us.

harbored a profound resentment towards my parents. My dad had decided to handle a business matter reasonably, which Lucas took as a betrayal. Ever since that time, our families had been at odds.

had always

don’t know what to say,” I

even if she does, how

Even if they had their differences, she had let bygones

held his

are you and Dad going to stay there for a while?” I asked, “Considering

mom confirmed, “Yes, can you and Norah manage with Serena and Brandon?”

assured her, “You guys take care of everything there and come back when you’re ready. If anything happens, I’ll let you know.”

careful of Neil and that Karina, okay?” Even

her about Ryan and Faith coming to my house, wanting to take Serena and Brandon for

ready and

and Russel came in looking rather worn out, with faint dark circles

the table, “Dr. Russel, have you eaten? I just finished preparing breakfast. Join us.”

Russel nodded, “Sure.”

being very observant, quickly ate a bit and then went to play

wasn’t much to

thing with Karina,

for him to propose today.

pocket. It was the same one he had given me

tired but sparkling. His voice was soft and sincere as

“Why

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