Reborn, Reawakened, Rekindled

Chapter 451

Stella wiped away her tears, forcing a smile “Yeah, I used to be a flirt master, but why have I become so weak now? Love really can be a killer.”

I chuckled lightly, a sour feeling creeping into my heart. I, too, had lost ten years of my youth to the so-called love.

“Alright, Rena, you should go home. Your two kids need you. I need to take a walk to clear my head.” Stella’s mood was obviously down in the dumps.

I wanted to accompany her, but sometimes, when someone was feeling particularly low, solitude could be a comfort.

I hesitated, ultimately watching as Stella pushed her baby stroller away.

Her figure, under the sunlight, wasn’t cheerful at all. It was like she was being shrouded by a shadow, making me feel a pang of heartache.

Neil and Mitch hadn’t come out yet. They were probably still chatting.

As I prepared to drive home, I noticed a small figure darting around a corner not too far away. It looked like Hiram!

Unsure, I decided to wait in my car. After about ten seconds, sure enough, Hiram appeared again, sneaking glances at his wristwatch and looking around cautiously. Karina was nowhere in sight.

Could it be that Neil brought him? But would Neil just leave him alone outside? I didn’t think so.

Sometimes, I didn’t particularly like Hiram. He was not just naughty, but he seemed to have been led astray by Karina, which made me feel uncomfortable.

However, I couldn’t just ignore him.

darted across the street. He seemed to be in a rush, not noticing the traffic lights. A red car

he fell to the ground, his face

The driver of the red

car and rushed over. I saw Hiram sitting on the ground. Although he hadn’t been hit, he had scraped his

had no idea how Neil and Karina could let this happen. And wasn’t Ryan and Faith there,

adults couldn’t keep an eye on one child, who was allowed to run off alone repeatedly, always seeming to find trouble. Hiram’s little face was tight, and he didn’t say a word. He was clearly upset, but he didn’t cry or complain. He

“Are

take care

light, there was no need for such harsh words. Especially since I wasn’t Hiram’s mother.

saw me, he seemed surprised. When he saw the driver scolding me, he suddenly stood

being pushed by Hiram, he turned around, ready to retaliate. Just then, someone grabbed his raised hand, causing him to

“Dad!” Hiram yelled.

show up, let alone notice what was happening. His face was dark as a storm cloud, and he was a man who fiercely protected his own. Seeing someone

driver wilted under Neil’s intense gaze. He wasn’t in the wrong in this situation, but his harsh

your son!” he grumbled, quickly getting back into his car and driving

trying to kidnap his son. He then bent down and picked up Hiram, This voice

are at home. I was bored, so I snuck out. Mommy doesn’t know. She’s at work,”

end up where Neil was. Something about that

every word he said. I kept my doubts to

you did just now.” As I was about to leave, Neil suddenly spoke.

the right thing.” I answered casually. I didn’t think Neil needed