Reborn, Reawakened, Rekindled

Chapter 104

I simply couldn’t stand Stella anymore. As for her wild imaginations, I chose to ignore them.

Mom texted me, asking if I had arrived at Stella’s house, so i tested her back, “Yes”

Then Stella and I sat on the couch, watching TV and chatting Somehow we got onto the topic of

Bonnie. I told her everything about Bonnie’s bank transfer screenshot last night and how Neil drove her

home today.

Stella was fuming Ts Neil trying to play both sides? Rena, you don’t need a lowlife like him!”

Tm already planning to dump him I calmly said while munching on a piece of cake.

Are you seriously considering moving abroad?” Stella hugged me 1 really can’t bear to see you leave”

I’m not leaving forever I come back and visit whenever I can!” I kissed her on her smooth forehead

Stella accepted that immediately Money meant freedom. If she missed me, she could always come and

visit, and take a trip abroad while she was at it.

We were talking when Simmons’s voice came from the dining room, “Stella, dinner’s ready“”

Stella responded and then helped me to the dining room.

I had to say. Simmons was a superb cook. Every dish was delicious.

What delighted me the most was that I actually loved everything he made

He attentively served the food and even ladled soup for us.

We had a lively dinner. As long as Stella stopped pushing me to date Simmons, we could have a great

time.

But she disappointed me again. During dinner, she didn’t say anything inappropriate, but she sneakily

took a photo The photo showed Simmons serving food on my plate while I was thanking him

If it weren’t for the photo she posted on Facebook after dinner, I wouldn’t have known that she was up

to something again.

“Stella” exclaimed.

“What?” Stella looked at me innocently

I pointed my phone screen at her. In her post, Simmons and I looked rather intimate.

The caption was even more outrageous “Someone’s fallen in love!

Stella shrank back a bit, “Isn’t Simmons in love? Look at how smitten he is…”

I really wanted to tell Simmons, who was washing fruits, that he had a lovely sister.

“Can you be normal for once? I’m married, and your brother is single. Can you stop causing trouble for

him?” I pinched Stella.

Stella shrieked, “I’m helping him find happiness!”

“What if your parents find out? What would they think?” I reminded her.

“They just want him to find a girlfriend soon” Stella insisted.

While I was reprimanding Stella, my phone rang. It was a call from Russel.

I was a bit puzzled but still answered it anyway.

“Happy New Year.” Russel was as polite as always

“Happy New Year. Dr. Russel, aren’t you on duty at the hospital?” I asked.

He was silent for two seconds, “No. Aren’t you at home?”

“Do you mean Sterling Estates?”

“Yes”

I wasn’t there, and I had decided to avoid that place as much as possible.

Just out of curiosity, Lasked. “Are you going there to see me? Is something up?”

“No I just saw Stella’s Facebook post and realized you’re at her place”

So that was it, I glared at Stella again, but she was busy giggling at her phone, probably reading

something funny

“Yeah My parents are out, and I was bored at home, so I came over.” I casually said.

“Neil isn’t with you?‘ Russel sounded confused

“Why would he be? He can’t be in two places at once.” I said frankly, “He should be with Bonnie now.”

Russet fell silent. I suddenly realized that I might have hit a nerve, so I quickly changed the subject,

“Anyway, let’s not talk about him. Where are you?”

“I’m at home.” Russel replied.

“Say hi to your parents for me” I said with feigned enthusiasm.

In fact, I didn’t know his parents well, I didn’t even know what they looked like.

“Will do Russel chuckled

Suddenly, a question popped into my mind. Did Russel know about Karna? As Neil’s close friend, he

should know something, right?

I wanted to ask, but I didn’t know how to bring it up. Besides, Stella was beside me. I didn’t want to tell

her about Karina yet, fearing that she might get upset.

Dr. Russel, when’s your next shift? My heart feels a bit uncomfortable, and I wanna have you check it “I

asked.

“Tomorrow.” Russel quickly answered.

I couldn’t drive now, so why not let Stella drive me? I really wanted to discuss Karina with Russel face–

to–face.

“Then I’ll go to the hospital tomorrow” I decided without thinking much.

After hanging up. I looked at Stella, who was still giggling.

Who was she chatting with that made her so happy? I tried to peek, but she quickly put away her

phone.

“Stella, are you dating someone?” I asked.

Her previous men were just flings, none of them could be considered boyfriends.

Stella blushed and awkwardly denied, “No. He’s just an option. I find hirn entertaining.”

“Oh…I said with implied meaning, then winked at her, “Stella, got any plans for tomorrow?”

Stella shook her head.

“Great. Accompany me to the hospital tomorrow.” I cheerfully said.

“…So I’m your chauffeur now?” Stella rolled her eyes, “But I’m your friend, so I can’t say no.”

Simmons brought the washed fruits to the table. We all chatted and ate, then played a board game.

The time just flew by.

The next morning, I hobbled into Stella’s car. She initially wanted her brother to drive me, but I firmly

declined.

Once I got to the hospital, I was able to snag an appointment with Russel with no problem. When it

came time for the consultation, I went in alone while Stella waited outside for me.

Since it was still a holiday, the hospital wasn’t as bustling as it usually was. There were no patients

waiting, so I had a few extra minutes to chat with Russel. I cut to the chase. “Do you know Karina?”

At the mention of that name, there was a shift in Russel’s expression, “How do you know about her?”

“My mother–in–law told me.” I replied, “She was Neil’s first love, right?”

After sizing me up for a few seconds, Russel asked, “Are you free tonight?”

“I am “I said, eager to learn more about Karina.

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