Rena froze. Sure enough, when she turned around, she met Waylen’s gaze.

He was sitting in the back, holding up a glass of wine. Despite being seated in an inconspicuous corner, he still managed to attr act the attention of all the young ladies in the restaurant.

Rena didn’t want to have any contact with him, but she couldn’t afford to offend him either.

So in the end, she bit the bullet and walked over.

“Good evening, Mr. Fowler.”

Waylen nodded and gestured at the seat opposite him.

As soon as she sat down, Waylen noticed the red needle mark on the back of her hand. He guessed that she must’ve been put on another IV drip because she got soaked in the rain last night.

have you eaten yet? Why not join me for dinner?” Waylen looked serious now, not as casual as when he had the

a reserved manner, “I’m afraid restaurant

the flat out rejection, Waylen

when you’re off—duty? Do you have time to come to my place

His implication was obvious.

her money troubles would go away

out of a four—year relationship, she wouldn’t mind

kissed him back last

pursed her lips

was Waylen suddenly so

again for helping me with my father’s case. Please rest assured I’ll find a

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