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.

up Hiram, Hiram suddenly darted across the street. He seemed to be in

to the ground,

driver of the

rushed over. I saw Hiram sitting on the ground. Although he hadn’t

injured. I had no idea how Neil and Karina could let this happen. And

Hiram’s little face was tight, and he didn’t say a word. He was clearly upset, but he didn’t

“Are

your child?!” The driver scolded me, “If you can’t take care of a kid, don’t have one. What would have happened if I

red light, there was no need for such

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

ready to retaliate. Just then, someone grabbed his raised hand,

“Dad!” Hiram yelled.

expected Neil to show up, let alone notice what was happening. His face was dark as a storm cloud, and he was a man who fiercely protected

under Neil’s intense gaze. He wasn’t in the wrong in this situation, but his harsh words and attempt to get physical made him seem less innocent.

he grumbled, quickly getting back into his car and driving

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

hugged Neil’s neck, “Grandma and Grandpa are at home. I was

out and just happened to end up where Neil was. Something

was very indulgent with Hiram, seemingly believing every word he said. I kept my doubts to myself. This

I was about to

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