Waylen’s warm breath caressed her skin as he whispered in her ear, “Nearly one o’clock in the morning! Just give me a minute. I will drive you home later.”

Rena remained motionless, obediently resting in his arms.

Suddenly, a chuckle escaped Waylen’s lips, his disposition inexplicably lifted. He gently caressed her face and remarked, “Are you so easily taken advantage of? Is this your way of repaying me or savoring the moment?”

Rena felt exposed, her thoughts laid bare, provoking a mixture of embarrassment and annoyance.

She decided to pay him no heed, promptly relocating to the passenger seat.

Waylen glanced in her direction.

Blushing, Rena implored, “Mr. Fowler, please transport me home.”

Waylen discerned the faint blush adorning her visage.

It took him aback slightly. After all, she had spent four years alongside Harold. One would assume she had encountered numerous intimate situations. Why, then, did she blush so readily?

Admittedly, Waylen held an affection for Rena.

He accompanied Rena to her humble abode, which turned out to be an aged apartment complex. Softly, Rena ex pressed her gratitude, saying, “Thank you, Mr. Fowler.”

Waylen lowered the car window, casting a gaze upon the dilapidated complex and then directed his attention to Rena’s delicate frame.

In truth, he was well aware of the trials and tribulations she had endured. Yet she made no entreaties, no requests of him never once.

For a fleeting moment, a pang of sympathy overcame him.

He even contemplated making an exception to assist her!

However, this notion swiftly vanished. Rena’s place within his heart was not elevated enough to warrant such actions at present.

Rena took the stairs since the old apartment building wasn’t equipped with elevators.

Upon reaching the second floor, her eyes couldn’t resist stealing a glance downward.

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There, parked incongruously amidst the aging apartment complex, stood Waylen’s car, the opulent golden Bentley Continental GT. This locale was not befitting of a person of

Waylen’s stature.

Rena mused to herself, speculating that someplace like a lavish soiree was where he truly belonged.

She resolved to erase tonight’s events from her mind.

Unable to bear the sight of his car any longer, Rena hastened her ascent.

Waylen lingered until the luminous glow emanated from the top floor.

Waylen was oblivious to the fact that a mysterious black sports car lay concealed in the shadows. Its owner had patiently waited there for over two hours.

Harold had observed the lengthy embrace between Waylen and Rena within the car!

Emerging from his vehicle, Harold exuded a captivating allure, his countenance enhanced by the darkness. Leaning casually against the car, he ignited a cigarette.

He exhaled the swirling tendrils of smoke.

Every detail of the encounter had been imprinted in his mind.

A contemptuous smirk graced Harold’s lips.

Had Rena truly fallen for Waylen in such a short span of time? Didn’t she love Harold the most?

Eyes fixated on the illuminated window above, Harold dialed a number.

“Now is the time to act!” he uttered into the phone.

After issuing the command, he terminated the call, a malicious sneer lingering on his face. “Rena, you brought this upon yourself!”

Upon returning home and flicking on the lights, Rena encountered Eloise emerging from her bedroom, clad in pajamas.

“Why did you come back so late?” Eloise reproached with a tinge of disapproval.

Rena poured herself a glass of chilled water, biting her lower lip as she resolved to keep the truth concealed. “I missed the last bus,” she muttered, opting not to disclose what really happened.

Eloise gazed at Rena intently before speaking up again, her voice filled with warmth. “I shall prepare something for you to eat.” Rena always sensed that Eloise more or less knew what was really going on. However, she didn’t know how to bring up the topic. After all, she held no significance to Waylen.

After a brief lapse of around five minutes, Eloise emerged with a steaming bowl of noodles. Placing it delicately on the table, she encouraged Rena to indulge.

Rena’s hunger was undeniable. In a hushed tone, she expressed her gratitude, “Thank you.”

Seated across from Rena, Eloise observed her intently, her chin cradled delicately in her hands. Rena felt a twinge of unease and inquired, “What troubles you?”

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It seemed as though Eloise had wrestled with this question for some time, yearning to ask it. Finally, she inquired, “Did the lawyer named Fowler bring you back? Do you still maintain contact with him?”

Rena nodded and replied, “Our paths may not cross in the future.”

Eloise’s countenance dimmed, a trace of disappointment evident.

Rena had once loved Harold deeply and had gone to great lengths for him but his ingratitude had been overwhelming. Eloise genuinely wished for Rena to find a man far superior to Harold.

Alas…

Rena comprehended the thoughts plaguing Eloise’s mind. Tenderly, she clasped her hand and reassured her, “Mr. Fowler and Harold will inevitably become relatives. I dare not even entertain the notion of being with him.”

Eloise let out a slight sigh and voiced her concern. “But he took you out. How could he not even treat you to a meal? And there’s even the lingering scent of cigarettes on you…”

Water nearly escaped Rena’s grasp as she choked on it!

Embarrassment washed over her intensely.

Retreating to her room, Rena indulged in a refreshing shower before sinking into her bed. Sleep eluded her, consumed by ceaseless contemplation.

Eloise’s demeanor lingered in her thoughts, hinting at an acceptance of Darren’s impending two-year imprisonment.

Rena’s heart bore a tinge of melancholy.

Vengeance against Harold had danced through her mind but she harbored the sober realization that she wielded no power over him right now. Moreover, she had a duty to tend to Eloise, a soul unacquainted with the trials of life.

Rena tossed and turned, trapped in the clutches of sleeplessness. At the stroke of four in the morning, her phone erupted in an unexpected ring.

Initially assuming it to be a spam message, she contemplated deleting it but her senses froze when she laid eyes upon the screen.

It was a message from Waylen.

“Are you still awake?” the text read.

Attached was a photograph, seemingly captured from the balcony of his apartment.

The image depicted the dazzling night vista of Duefron’s liveliest street, accentuated by a delicate goblet resting against the railing.

Rena gazed at the photograph for an extended duration, lost in contemplation.

She delicately caressed her phone, torn between a longing hesitation. In the end, she refrained from immediately responding to his message, opting instead to compose a reply half an hour later.

“Apologies, Mr. Fowler. I was fast asleep just moments ago,” she conveyed.

Rena’s response, Waylen’s countenance bloomed with a smile, cradling a

with

reply, he simply savored a sip

make another appearance, yet intermittently sent Rena a photograph or a few words. Each time, Rena abstained from

of their deep

route to work, Rena’s path was interrupted

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a brief moment of hesitation, she answered the

within his car, Waylen clutched a document upon his lap, the dossier

had offered a knowing smile and remarked, “Waylen, why the sudden change of heart? Is it because of Miss Gordon?

donning a subtle smile, Waylen had

his need to reconsider

be embarking on a week—long business trip! When I return, let us rendezvous. There is something I must share

but she recognized the value of maintaining a positive rapport with

softly, her voice laced with

lowered his voice to a gentle whisper. “Why are you so compliant?

deeply, Rena found herself rendered speechless

Waylen’s smile blossomed.

he immersed himself in the document,

a transaction; in fact, he felt remorse for Rena and desired

Waylen might disclose to her in

she in her thoughts that she nearly missed her bus

find her colleagues casting peculiar glances in her direction,

leaned in and whispered, “Rena, the director has discovered

and Aline joined the studio simultaneously. Your teaching skills were

stood frozen, utterly

in hushed tones, aware of Rena’s predicament and the justification

Rena with utmost courtesy, politely requesting her presence in

floor where the director’s office resided. The assistant rapped on the

in,” a melodic female

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turned the knob and

in her early forties, occupied the desk, engrossed in perusing various documents. As Rena approached, Paisley gestured for her to take a

for some time, considering the hardships your family has faced. But since yesterday, more and more parents have become aware of your part-time job

weight

had consistently treated her with kindness, let alone tarnish her own integrity, Rena delicately removed her

her gratitude, saying, “I sincerely appreciate the nurturing guidance you have provided

felt a tinge of disappointment wash

her thoughts and uttered, “Do you comprehend the weight of departing from the music studio? Can you fathom the multitude of individuals consumed by envy due to

knew the gravity

do about it! She could only succumb to tears and offer her apologies to Paisley, who had previously

Paisley grew restless.

it and gazing up at Rena, articulating, “Tell me, have you managed to

nodded, acknowledging the

catalyst of this trouble; it had to

unravel the extent of Harold’s cunning methods for

her cigarette, her heart still filled with sympathy, as she imparted, “To appease those parents, you must depart from the music studio. If an opportunity

both knew that Rena’s professional standing would encounter

“Rena, you ought to be well—acquainted with the regulations here! Your mistake transpired merely because Miss Rayne favored you. Now, your reputation within the industry is tarnished! Who would dare enlist your piano teaching services in the

asserted, “So, you conspired with Harold against me, didn’t you? Are you not afraid that he will someday turn against you as well?” Aline sauntered closer, a contemptuous sneer

she uttered, “Rena, let me enlighten you about the myriad things you remain oblivious to! While you were still entwined with him, I engaged in

words, Rena was overcome

the very core. Aline reveled in her actions. Retaining her composure, Rena retorted with

depart but Aline seized her arm,

far from what Aline had been expecting! Why was it

inferior to Rena. Was it because she couldn’t compete with Rena? No, it was due to her impoverished upbringing. Hailing from a small town,

she had succeeded

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a smug demeanor, Aline remarked, “Do you comprehend why Harold never engaged in

lacks interest in engaging

lowered her gaze, sneering in response, “Then

her piece, she forcefully pushed

face contorted with

her career. There was no longer a need for Aline to

mood, Aline settled down and sent a message to

have procured a new black nightdress. Join me at my abode tonight. I shall don

approximately two hours

late. Don’t

slightly disheartened, Aline’s

that he was merely utilizing Cecilia and that only

had lost her job, but she didn’t want Eloise to worry, so she kept

bench, her

with all its might, but Rena’s

troubles had taken their toll, leaving her family with barely any

a necklace from around her neck, its delicate chain adorned

felt like ages before offering a measly price. “How about 200 thousand?” he suggested, not

possession. true value of her treasured possession.

cash, so with a

“Okay!”

check in hand, bearing an amount that felt like a cruel mockery of her necklace’s worth,

out, only to

screen, and as soon as Rena

concern, she

go, Rena agreed, and they met up

down at the restaurant, Vera wasted no time venting her anger, particularly directed at Aline, a girl they both disliked.

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with so many men. When you were with Harold, she had also

“Now, Aline has got what she’s always

she finally revealed the shocking revelation Aline had

the story. “Damn it! That sneaky witch And Harold is such a disgusting jerk! They

“Don’t take it to heart! Harold is

jarring memory resurfaced within Rena’s mind. It was Cecilia’s tragic demise which was allegedly a consequence of her unrequited love for Harold. Could it be that Waylen knew all of Harold’s scandalous affairs

her and said, “Don’t feel sad for a man like him. He’s not worth it.” Rena shook

on a man like that.” Sensing Rena’s underlying financial strain, she fished out a bank card, eager to provide assistance in her time of need. However, Rena, in a soft-spoken

selflessness. She silently stared at her friend as if

a piece of meat on Vera’s plate was soon accompanied by a bittersweet revelation. “I sold the

eyes immediately widened in

didn’t you discuss it with me first? That necklace was your mother’s only legacy, a cherished keepsake you’ve

a comforting hand on Vera, seeking to console her dear friend. However, their moment of solace was abruptly interrupted by a phone on

the restaurant she worked part time, her

call, her heart sinking with each passing word. Slowly after, she placed it down as her eyes met met her friend’s with a mix of resignation

fury surged like a huge wave, fueled by the unfairness of

all Harold’s doing! What the hell

he treat you this way? He’s

Rena mustered the strength to restrain

confront the man since she knew his true

only wanted to force Rena into the

sink so low? He’s engaged to another woman and also sneaks around with Aline at

eyes downward, her voice calm but tinged with sadness. “It’s all about his

didn’t truly

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family, and he sought to salvage his pride through other means. Rena, once deeply in love with him,

ached for Rena. She pulled her friend into a comforting embrace, offering words of

He’s lost his mind!”

Rena nodded silently.

a new place to call home. Yet, guilt and sorrow lingered within her. Her

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