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.

bloomed with a smile,

endearing, with a

savored a sip of the crimson nectar held within

sent Rena a photograph or a few words. Each time,

their deep connection lingered

to work, Rena’s path was

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of hesitation, she answered the phone. “Mr.

Waylen clutched a document upon his lap, the dossier pertaining to Darren’s

from Hyatt. In response, Hyatt had offered a knowing smile and remarked, “Waylen, why the sudden change

moment, donning a subtle smile, Waylen had implored Hyatt

his need

documents and spoke to Rena, saying, “I will be embarking on a

but she recognized

softly, her voice laced with

heart melted, and he lowered his voice to a gentle whisper. “Why are you so compliant? Don’t you realize that allowing men to treat you this

found herself rendered

Waylen’s smile blossomed.

call, he immersed himself in

a transaction; in fact, he felt remorse for

Waylen might disclose

her thoughts that she nearly missed her

the music studio, she entered to find her colleagues casting

the end, one of Rena’s confidant colleague leaned in and whispered, “Rena, the director has discovered your part-time job. She

that Aline informed the director. You and Aline joined the studio simultaneously. Your teaching skills were well—regarded and many students adored your

stood frozen,

Rena’s predicament and the justification behind her

colleague approached Rena with utmost

resided. The assistant rapped on the door

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turned the knob and

early forties, occupied the desk, engrossed in perusing various documents. As Rena approached, Paisley gestured

your family has faced. But since yesterday, more and more parents have become aware of your part-time job and their discontent has flooded my phone lines. You are well aware that the families of the piano students in our esteemed music studio are either affluent or influential. I really cannot afford to offend these angry

weight of

burden Paisley, who had consistently treated her with kindness, let alone tarnish her own integrity, Rena delicately removed her work identification card and placed it upon

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felt a tinge of disappointment

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

the

could do about it! She could only succumb to tears and

Paisley grew restless.

at Rena, articulating, “Tell

acknowledging the

Aline couldn’t be the catalyst of this trouble; it

to unravel the extent of Harold’s

sympathy, as she imparted, “To appease those parents, you must depart from the music studio. If an opportunity

assurances, they both knew that Rena’s professional standing would

glances. Only Aline interjected, dripping with sarcasm, “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

breath, her voice dripping with coldness, as she asserted, “So, you conspired with Harold against me, didn’t you? Are you not afraid that he will

a hushed tone, 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 intimate

those words, Rena was

loathed Harold to the very core. Aline reveled in her actions. Retaining her composure, Rena

depart but Aline seized her arm, adamantly

expecting! Why was it that Rena had

for an extended period, yet she remained perpetually inferior to Rena. Was it because she couldn’t compete with Rena? No, it was

she had succeeded in humiliating

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

in engaging in

sneering in response, “Then I wish

piece, she forcefully pushed Aline aside and

face contorted

her satisfaction soon returned. Rena’s family was in turmoil and she had lost her career. There was no longer a

down and sent a message to

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arrived approximately two

exceptionally occupied as of late. Don’t text me unless

disheartened, Aline’s heart swelled

believed that he was merely utilizing Cecilia and that only she

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

on a worn-out bench, her

sun beamed with all its might, but Rena’s mood was as gloomy as

their toll, leaving her family with barely any

necklace from around her neck, its delicate chain adorned with a mesmerizing light pink diamond

examined the necklace for what felt like ages before offering a measly price. “How about 200 thousand?” he

treasured possession. true value of her treasured possession. The pink diamond was worth

needed the cash, so with a bitter smile, she reluctantly

“Okay!”

a check in hand, bearing an amount that felt like a cruel mockery of her necklace’s worth, she hurried over to Hyatt’s law office to settle

her after she stepped out, only to be interrupted by the shrill ring

soon as Rena saw this she felt a

fast, and Vera had learned of her friend’s recent job loss. Filled with concern, she invited Rena out of genuine concern.

and

time venting her anger, particularly directed at Aline, a girl they

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were in college! She had hooked up with so many men. When you were with Harold, she had also seduced him several

managed a wry smile and said, “Now, Aline has got what she’s

bitter irony, she finally revealed the shocking revelation

after hearing the story. “Damn it! That sneaky witch And Harold is such a

would fall into a deeper pit of depression, she added, “Don’t take it to heart!

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

in her thoughts, Rena barely noticed when Vera nudged her and said, “Don’t feel sad for a man like him. He’s not worth it.” Rena shook her head in agreement, determined not

than wasting time on a man like that.” Sensing Rena’s underlying financial strain, she fished out a bank card, eager to provide assistance

fathom Rena’s selflessness. She silently stared at her friend

on Vera’s plate was soon accompanied by a bittersweet revelation. “I

this, Vera’s eyes immediately widened

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

instead placed a comforting hand on Vera, seeking to console her dear friend. However, their moment of solace

that the call was from the manager of the restaurant she worked part time,

the 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 and disappointment while she quietly confessed, “I’ve been dismissed from the

wave, fueled by the unfairness

doing!

Take me to him right now! How dare he treat you this way? He’s betrayed you, Rena! And

the strength to

not to confront the man since she knew his true

Rena into the role of his

echoed throughout the restaurant. “How could Harold sink so low? He’s engaged to another woman and also sneaks around with Aline at the same time! And now, he dares to

her voice calm but tinged

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couldn’t bear the humiliation of relying on the Fowler family, and he sought to salvage his pride through other means. Rena, once deeply in love with

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

He’s lost his mind!”

Rena nodded silently.

find a new place to call home. Yet, guilt and sorrow lingered within her. Her relationship with Harold had not only led to her father’s

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