Reborn From Oblivion (Nellie and Cameron) novel Chapter 199

Nathalie stared into her father's eyes, brimming with resentment. Despite countless efforts to cut the emotional ties, being despised by the man who gave her life still pierced her heart.

"What does she have that I don’t?" she asked softly, seeking the answer she'd chased for what felt like lifetimes.

Patrick was like a mad lion, glaring at her as if ready to pounce and tear her apart. "You're inferior to her in every way."

It was as if someone had turned off all the lights in Nathalie's world.

Sure, she might’ve been naive, but she became brilliantly talented with hard work. She might’ve been plain, but she became stunning with a little grace and makeup. But gaining her parents' love? It felt hopelessly out of reach. No matter what she did, she couldn't earn their approval.

A pair of gentle hands, warm like the spring sun, covered her ears. "Nathalie, don't listen to him. You're better than that sickly girl in every way; it's his heart that's messed up."

Nathalie's sense of helplessness slowly faded as she stared gratefully at Nathan. His captivating eyes sparkled as he showed her a comforting smile.

Just when they let their guard down, Patrick suddenly whipped out a dagger, swinging it wildly at Nathalie. "Go to hell! Only your death will bring your sister happiness."

The cold gleam of the blade froze Nathalie in place. Her mind went blank, her face expressionless, like a lifeless puppet.

As the dagger closed in, Nathan pushed Nathalie aside, taking the blade to his shoulder. It left a shocking wound.

"Nathan!" Nathalie finally snapped out of it.

Coming to her senses, Nathalie frantically shoved Patrick to the ground, leaving him sprawled out.