Reborn From Oblivion (Nellie and Cameron) novel Chapter 636

Nathalie gently urged her daughter, "Nina, family ties are important, sure, but Cameron's your dad. It's his job to support and take care of you. But Gavin, he's got no obligation to you, yet he's so kind. That's something truly special."

"You should appreciate Gavin's kindness and repay it. Treat him well and never do anything that might tarnish his reputation or, heaven forbid, put him in danger."

Nina lay in her arms, tears streaming down her face. "Mom, I get it."

But Nathalie's face only grew more serious.

Despite her clear hints, Nina still hadn't given up the USB drive that could spell trouble for Nathan.

A chill crept into Nathalie's heart.

This Nina felt like a stranger to her.

She remembered the old Nina—gentle, kind, grateful, and forgiving.

Nathalie gently pushed Nina away and held out her hand. "Hand over the USB drive."

Nina pulled the USB drive from her pocket and handed it to her. "Mom, this wasn't easy to get. Keep it safe."

Nathalie's face turned ashen. She had never felt Nina so distant.

She took the USB drive, her expression dark, and walked away from Nina.

Nina turned slowly, her deep eyes fixed on Nathalie, her expression far too complex for a child her age.

Nathalie paused by the trash can, hesitated, then placed the USB drive on the table. Suddenly, she grabbed a knife and stabbed it, turning the drive into pieces.

Nina showed a flicker of reluctance, shook her head, and walked away.

Back in the bedroom, Nathan sat on the bed reading.

Seeing her glum face, Nathan teased, "Come on, I've got the bed all warm for you."

Nathan was silent for a long time. Just as Nathalie was about to lose patience, he finally said, "It's true."

Nathalie's body shuddered.

She stared at Nathan's earnest face, then suddenly clutched his face and kissed him fiercely. "I don't believe it. I won't believe it."

Nathan held her tight. "I'm sorry."

With tears in her eyes and a voice choked with emotion, Nathalie declared, "I won't let you disappear from my life. I won't let you leave. Never."

"Okay. I won't leave," Nathan promised, gently patting her trembling back.

The next morning.

Nathalie sat in front of the mirror with dark circles under her eyes, looking dazed. In one hand, she held a wooden hairbrush, absently brushing her hair.