Reborn From Oblivion

"But I can offer you a job. How about working as a seamstress?" the lady suggested.

Nellie's eyes lit up with a spark of hope. "Sorry, what did you just say?"

"I can put in a good word for you at a big factory for a seamstress position."

Nellie couldn't help herself and stepped forward to hug her. "Thank you so much. I would love that job."

She once was a dedicated wife, spending her days ironing clothes for everyone in the Dawson family. She refused to let those pricey handmade pieces go to waste, and developed a knack for fixing any flaws in them. This honed her skills and sparked a lifelong passion for fashion.

Her new boss, a kind-hearted elderly woman, didn't look down on Nellie's worn-out clothes. Instead, she showed her kindness. She offered Nellie her own room to rest and let her set her own work hours. Nellie was moved to tears by her boss' generosity and worked twice as hard to show her gratitude.

The boss grew increasingly fond of this resilient girl and became curious. "Nel, why did you come all the way to Milan? You have no family here. Life must be tough."

Nellied looked up with a gaze that seemed to pierce through time, her voice filled with a melancholy resolve. "I came here waiting for someone, for a chance at redemption, for an encounter that would be my rebirth."

No matter how hard or exhausting it got, she couldn't give up. She had to keep pushing through.

Her boss gently suggested, "Nellie, you seem to have a real talent for fashion design. Have you ever thought about going back to school? If you get a degree, your future could be very bright."

Nellie reflected on the difference between her and Greta. Even though Greta wasn't as attractive, her higher education earned her more respect.

Without a good education, Nellie felt like people saw her as someone insignificant, without a mind of her own. Her sincerity was trampled on, and she received no respect.

Determined, Nellie asked her boss how she could go back to school. She was resolved to live for herself now that she had broken free from Cameron and Greta.

This time, she wanted to shine brightly on a big stage and earn everyone's respect.

Nellie picked up her books again and dived into fashion design with diligence. She aimed to get into the best fashion school in Milan next yeat.

Time flew by.

A month later, in the Capital, Cameron had been busy laying out a career path for Greta, pushing her fashion designs to the top. He hoped that even though Greta's love life was rocky, her career success might lift her spirits. Thanks to Cameron's love and support, Greta's health and mood improved quickly.

When Greta's company launched, Cameron invited lots of business friends to celebrate. His care for Greta was beyond what a husband might do.

This stirred jealousy in Nellie's friend, Milana, who couldn't help but bring up the person left in the shadows.

"Greta, on such a big day, why didn't Nellie come to celebrate with you?"

The room fell silent.