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.

Waylen’s countenance bloomed with a smile, cradling a glass of wine

her endearing, with a

reply, he simply savored a sip of the crimson nectar

Waylen did not make another appearance, yet intermittently sent Rena a photograph or a few words. Each time, Rena abstained from

their deep connection lingered

morning, while en route to work, Rena’s

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hesitation, she answered the phone.

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

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

Waylen had implored Hyatt to

expressed his need to reconsider

flipped through the documents and spoke to Rena, saying, “I will be embarking on a week—long business trip! When I return, let us rendezvous. There is something I must share with

uncertain about the nature of Waylen’s impending revelation but she recognized the value of

softly, her voice laced with

to a gentle whisper. “Why are you so compliant? Don’t you realize that allowing men to treat you this

found herself rendered speechless for a prolonged

Waylen’s smile blossomed.

in the

in fact, he felt remorse for Rena and desired to make

what Waylen might disclose to her

her thoughts

she entered to find her colleagues

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

the studio simultaneously. Your teaching skills were well—regarded and many students adored your classes. Aline

stood frozen,

Rena’s predicament and

moment, a colleague approached Rena with utmost

trailed behind her, ascending to the second floor where the director’s office resided. The

in,” a melodic female

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the knob

desk, engrossed in perusing various documents. As Rena approached, Paisley

it for some time, considering the hardships your family has faced. But since yesterday, more and more parents

comprehended the weight

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

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

a tinge of disappointment wash

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

knew the gravity

about it! She could only succumb to

Paisley grew restless.

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

nodded, acknowledging the

was certain Aline couldn’t be the catalyst of this trouble; it had to

unravel the extent of Harold’s cunning methods for dealing with

“To appease those parents, you must depart from the music studio. If an opportunity arises

these assurances, they both knew that Rena’s professional standing would encounter significant challenges

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 enlist your piano teaching services in the days

Are you not afraid that he will someday

things you remain oblivious to! While

those words, Rena was overcome

very core. Aline reveled in her actions. Retaining her

her belongings, Rena prepared to depart but Aline seized her arm, adamantly refusing to

had been expecting! Why was it that Rena had garnered Paisley’s admiration and become

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

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you comprehend why Harold never engaged in intimate acts with you? It

engaging in such

her gaze, sneering in response, “Then I wish you and

her piece, she forcefully pushed

contorted with

was in turmoil and she had lost her career. There was no longer

mood, Aline settled down and sent a message to

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

arrived approximately two

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

slightly disheartened, Aline’s heart swelled with

firmly believed that he was merely utilizing Cecilia and that only she herself could

didn’t want Eloise

worn-out bench, her mind was a whirlwind

might, but Rena’s mood was as gloomy as

troubles had taken their toll, leaving

a necklace from around her neck, its

to a pawnshop. The pawnshop guy examined the necklace for what felt like ages before offering a measly price.

possession. true value of her treasured possession. The pink diamond was worth at least 500 thousand, but

so with a bitter smile, she reluctantly

“Okay!”

that felt like a cruel mockery of her necklace’s worth, she hurried

fleeting relief washed over her after she stepped out,

as Rena saw this she felt

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

agreed, and they met up at a

wasted no time venting her anger, particularly directed at Aline, a girl they both disliked. Her

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hated her so much since we were in college! She had hooked up with so many men. When

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

finally revealed the shocking revelation Aline had disclosed to

Vera after hearing the story. “Damn it! That sneaky witch And Harold

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

was allegedly a consequence of her unrequited

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

underlying financial strain, she fished out a bank card, eager to provide assistance in her time of need. However,

selflessness. She silently stared at her friend as if she was waiting

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

this, Vera’s eyes immediately widened

to utter out her words, she said in a trembling voice, “Why didn’t you discuss it with me first? That necklace was your mother’s only legacy, a cherished keepsake you’ve worn since

console her dear friend. However, their moment of solace was abruptly interrupted by a

that the call was from the manager of the restaurant she worked part time, her body tensed up

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

huge wave, fueled by the unfairness of

all Harold’s doing!

right now! How dare he treat you this way? He’s betrayed you, Rena! And now all this shit?! We need to

Harold’s cunning ploy, Rena mustered the strength to restrain her friend’s

to confront

to force Rena into the

so low? He’s engaged to another woman and also sneaks around with Aline at the same time! And now, he dares to ask you to be his

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

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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.

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

He’s lost his mind!”

Rena nodded silently.

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

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