Reborn, Reawakened, Rekindled

Chapter 496

“Are you going to see Russel?” Faith’s brow furrowed.

“Yes, I need to talk to him about something. He’s back in Rosemont, so I’m planning on heading there.” I didn’t go into detail, but given Faith’s keen intuition, I was sure she grasped the gist of the situation.

She remained silent, her eyes reflecting a complex mixture of emotions.

After a moment, Faith finally spoke again. “Well, I guess we should head out together then.”

“What about Karina?” I asked.

“She will go back to Eldoria for work. Hiram’s got school there,” Faith replied.

I nodded, relieved that Karina wasn’t going to Rosemont. The last thing I wanted was her stirring up trouble while I was trying to have a serious conversation with Russel.

Faith and I each scooped up a child and left the room, notifying the hotel staff on our way out that we were checking out. Karina and Hiram were already waiting for us in the hotel lobby.

The hotel had arranged for a car to take us to the airport. Our flights were scheduled around the same time, just heading in different directions.

“Safe travels. We’ll see you in Eldoria in a few days,” Karina bid us goodbye, her flight leaving earlier than ours. She held Hiram’s hand, looking surprisingly calm given the circumstances.

I couldn’t shake off the feeling that something was off. Karina seemed completely unphased by the fact that Faith and I were heading to Rosemont together, even though Neil was there. And given Karina’s fiery personality, it seemed unlikely that she was simply indifferent.

On top of that, I had no idea how Karina knew about Russel quitting his job. They weren’t even working at the same hospital anymore.

two, but without any concrete evidence, I kept my doubts

it was clear to me that there was more to their relationship than met the eye. The seeds of suspicion that had been planted in my mind were now starting

to Rosemont felt surreal.

like ages have passed.

in and where all the ups

go ahead, Faith. I’ve already arranged for someone to pick me up. They’ll be here

touch with Bailey. He and Hannah were still living in Rosemont. They had finally

offered them to stay at the Sapphire River Community, but they

agreed to pick me up. He was driving the same car that I used to ride around in, which I had insisted on leaving for him to

a wide smile, his voice

a while,” I said,

missed you,” Bailey replied, sounding rather

attend to this time, and I might need you and Hannah to help look after

certainly made traveling more difficult, but I couldn’t bear to leave

to take a look at Serena and Brandon, praising, “They are even more adorable in person than in the pictures you posted on Facebook.”

smooth talker, probably thanks to the positive influence

Look at who their mom is,”

for a meal first? Hannah has been preparing some food. By

where Bailey and Hannah were staying. It was a simple two-bedroom apartment in a modest neighborhood. They had used two-thirds of their savings to buy it. Although it wasn’t extravagant, it was cozy and inviting.

back!” she exclaimed.

table was laden with dishes, all of which looked incredibly appetizing. I had always loved Hannah’s cooking and seeing the spread

The kids are asleep, perfect timing,”

not getting enough rest? Didn’t you hire a nanny to help out?” Hannah asked,

enjoying the casual conversation. It helped lift my