Reborn From Oblivion

Nellie was at a loss for words. Greta had texted her using Cameron's phone-what was she trying to pull off here? Was she trying to show off how much Cameron doted on her? Seriously? Was she actually playing the fragile damsel while plotting every move? What a joke. Cameron might fall for her act, and her parents might too, but Nellie sure wouldn't. [Why're you using my husband's phone to text me? Are you trying to show off your 'innocent charm,' Greta? Besides Cameron enjoying your drama, no one else can stand that toxicity.] After firing off the message, Nellie felt fed up and tossed her phone aside. She wrapped herself up in her blankets and drifted off to sleep.

Greta was taken aback by Nellie's bold and unapologetic sarcasm. She never thought the usually quiet Nellie would clap back so fiercely, using such cutting words.

All Greta wanted was for Nellie to realize that Cameron truly loved her and to back off. She figured Nellie would just swallow her pride like always, but she didn't expect this kind of pushback.

Greta immediately played the victim with Cameron, crying, "Cameron, how could my sister humiliate me like this? I was just trying to invite her to my celebration party."

Cameron's face darkened as he read the message. "She's upset about not landing a mentor and is taking it out on you. I'm really disappointed in Nellie. If she wants to blame someone, it should be me."

Greta, looking distressed, said, "What should we do? Is my sister really mad at me? Cameron, she's my only sister, and she once saved my life. I don't want any bad blood between us. Maybe you could take me to apologize to her?"

Cameron replied, "You're not feeling well. You don't have to go through the trouble? If she wants to be angry, let her."

Greta put on her best understanding face. "Cameron..."

Just a little bit of tricks from her, and Cameron was ready to give in. "Alright."

Cameron drove Greta to the base of Nellie's apartment building. He initially planned to keep his distance and let Greta see Nellie on her own. But noticing Greta's shaky steps as she got out of the car, Cameron couldn't leave her side and ended up supporting her to Nellie's apartment door.

After the doorbell rang, Lizzy opened the door.

Spotting Cameron, Lizzy said with a cold tone, "What are you doing here again?"

Cameron was troubled by Lizzy's attitude, as it mirrored Nellie's feelings toward him. He couldn't wrap his head around why Nellie seemed so different.

With a bit of awkwardness, Cameron introduced Greta to Lizzy, "This is Greta, Nellie's sister. She's here to see Nellie. Can you call her out?"

Lizzy eyed Greta suspiciously. "She looks old and unpleasant, hardly like family."

Greta nearly dug her nails into her palms. She was once the belle of the ball, not just pretty but also top of her class. Yet, neglecting her skincare routine after her illness left her complexion dull. She was surrounded by people who always praised her falsely, so she was blind to her real appearance.

Lizzy's blunt words hit Greta hard, making her slump, and Cameron had to catch her. He snapped at Lizzy, "Just stop."

Lizzy flinched.

Then Nellie's calm voice came from inside. "Lizzy, let them in."

Lizzy stepped aside, and Cameron helped Greta into the living room, with her leaning heavily on him.

Nellie was seated at her sewing machine, deftly working with fabric and thread. She looked up briefly at Greta and Cameron, who were close together, and a teasing smile played on her lips.