Reborn From Oblivion

Cameron was absolutely floored.

For a split second, he almost believed Nellie was truly eager to get rid of him. But he quickly snapped back to reality. "Nellie, this whole playing hard-to-get act could really blow up in your face," he said, gritting his teeth.

Nellie felt that saying anything more was just a waste of time. "Cameron, just leave. I can't stand to see you anymore." Her face was a mix of hurt and sadness.

Cameron tried to soften his tone. "Nel, your sister never really aimed high in life. This was her only wish, and I had to make it happen for her."

"And what about me? This is my only wish too!" Nellie's heart felt as if it was being torn apart. The pain was unbearable.

Cameron awkwardly looked away from Nellie's stubborn face. "You have me, and that should be enough for you."

Nellie let out a frustrated laugh. "How about I pass you over to Greta, and you get Jasmine to have me as a mentee? How does that sound?" Cameron's smile vanished. "Nellie, don't say things you don't mean." He couldn't believe that, in her heart, he was less important than some outsider. Nellie replied weakly, "Being your wife, Cameron, is quite the curse." Already feeling unwell, her cheeks were flushed, and her anger only made it worse.

Cameron didn't expect his preference for Greta to upset Nellie so much. He had no choice but to try and calm her down. "Nellie, what's so great about being a fashion designer? It's tough and exhausting, and you're always bending over backward for clients. Wouldn't you rather just be my wife?"

Nellie stared at him quietly, her eyes full of blatant sarcasm. "Cameron, do you honestly believe what you're saying? If being a fashion designer is so bad, then why did you go to such lengths to help out your first love?"

Cameron felt embarrassed; he realized Nellie wouldn't be so easily won over this time.

Without a hint of emotion, Nellie told Lizzy, "Show him out."

Cameron was completely taken aback. Nellie's disdain for him was crystal clear.

"Nellie, stop this. Come home with me."

Nellie didn't even glance his way, turning to head for the other room.

Lizzy giggled. "Alright, girl." Then she nudged Cameron out the door and shut it firmly behind him.

Cameron pounded on the door desperately, but Nellie didn't respond. She's worried that Cameron might disturb the neighbors, and called the cops, who escorted Cameron away for causing a disturbance.

Cameron was left in shock; he never dreamed Nellie would handle his persistence like this.

The next day, Nellie, dragging her sick self alongside Lizzy, made her way to the hotel where Jasmine was staying.

The meeting didn't go smoothly; she waited in the chilly wind for hours before Jasmine and her assistant finally appeared.

Nellie rushed over, "Ms. Jasmine, please hold on a sec. I'm Nathalie. I competed in the fashion design contest..."

Before she could finish, the assistant cut her off with a smile. "Ms. Nathalie, Ms. Jasmine absolutely loves your work. She thinks you are a designer with both talent and skill. She'd like to buy your designs at a generous price. Would you be open to that?" Nellie was caught off guard.

Full of gratefullness, she said, "Jasmine, you've created so many hits, so when you give such high praise and encouragement to a newbie like me, I am truly grateful for your kindness." She bowed respectfully to Jasmine.

Jasmine smiled warmly, "Nathalie, you're not my student, so there's no need for such formalities."

With eyes sparkling like stars, Nellie replied firmly, "Even if I never get the chance to be your student, you will always be my mentor in my heart."