Reborn, Reawakened, Rekindled

Chapter 449

“Do you believe her?” I pressed on, though the real question I wanted to ask was buried far deeper. I had seen the craziness of both Russel and Neil in my past life.

What I feared most was that Russel had some dark secret with Karina because of me. that was the case, I wouldn’t be able to handle it.

Russel moved closer to me; his gaze lowered onto mine. His skin was pale and flawless, his features cool and refined. There was a deep gentleness in his eyes that seemed genuine. His voice was low yet soothing, “Why would I believe her? I only believe in you. So can you stop pushing me away?” At that moment, little Brandon in his arms let out a giggle; his baby voice sounded incredibly cute.

“It seems he agrees. What about Serena?” Russel turned his head to Serena in my arms.

He was deliberately changing the subject, not wishing to hear my response.

Serena was behaving at that moment. It seemed that after being held by Neil for a while, her needs were satisfied. She was in a good mood, gnawing on her little hand and occasionally letting out a giggle.

“Let’s talk about it later.” My mind was in a whirl, unable to think about these things, so I casually replied.

But my casual remark seemed to relieve Russel; the usually cold and aloof man now resembled a nervous little boy. The calm facade he was trying to maintain crumbled, revealing a more relaxed expression.

“Okay.” He bent down to give Brandon a kiss.

2

Three days later, I got a call from Stella.

and give Mitch another chance. But to my surprise, she was saying

unable to

to fights. There’s no point.” Stella’s tone

sleep with Ariana, nor did they have a clear affair. Are you sure about this?” I tried to persuade her, knowing how precious marriage

laugh. “Rena, I’m not

was facing his endless scandals, I never thought of divorce.

I hadn’t changed. Deep down, I wasn’t as independent as I seemed. Emotionally, I was always dependent on others.

in her eyes. If Mitch did something to upset her, he would have to pay the price. And Mitch’s price

you feel happy, that’s all that matters. Whatever decision you make, I’ll support you.” I refrained

Mitch would return to Rosemont in a few days to handle the divorce, and divide up their assets. When I told Alicia and Barbara the news, their reaction

Forcing to continue would only bring back the pain. Regardless, Stella and Mitch’s love story and marriage left me with a sense of

way, Mitch and I plan to have a farewell dinner before we leave. Can you join us? I

few seconds before replying. [Okay.]

remember correctly, Stella really enjoyed the cuisine. I used to

for me. A baby stroller was placed next to Stella, and little Yara was sleeping inside.

you’re here!” Stella’s face lit up at my arrival

didn’t say anything. His gaze lingered on Yara and occasionally

in his eyes for Stella/and their children. I didn’t understand how

other. I thought it would be just the three of

Mitch waved