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.

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

endearing, with a

sip of the crimson nectar held

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

an unspoken understanding of their deep connection lingered between

to work, Rena’s

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brief moment of hesitation, she answered

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

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

that moment, donning a subtle smile, Waylen had

expressed his need

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

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

Rena replied softly, her voice

whisper. “Why are you so compliant? Don’t you realize

rendered speechless for

Waylen’s smile blossomed.

he immersed himself in the document, investing considerable time in

just a transaction; in fact, he felt remorse for Rena

Rena pondered what Waylen might

thoughts that she nearly missed

the music studio, she entered to find her colleagues casting

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

Aline informed the director. You and Aline joined the studio simultaneously. Your teaching skills were well—regarded and

stood frozen, utterly

colleague continued in hushed tones, aware of Rena’s predicament and the justification behind her decision to take on

utmost

behind her, ascending to the second floor where the director’s office resided. The assistant rapped on the door

in,” a

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turned the knob

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

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

comprehended the weight of Paisley’s

her own integrity, Rena delicately removed her

appreciate the nurturing guidance you

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 your possession of an

the gravity of

She could only succumb to tears

Paisley grew restless.

a cigarette, drawing from it and gazing up at Rena, articulating, “Tell me,

nodded, acknowledging

catalyst of this trouble;

unravel the extent of Harold’s cunning

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

knew that Rena’s professional standing would encounter significant

countenance pale and desolate. While she gathered her belongings, her colleagues offered sympathetic 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 enlist

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 etched upon

the myriad things you remain oblivious to! While you were still entwined with him, I engaged

Rena was overcome with

her actions. Retaining her composure, Rena retorted with a frigid expression,

belongings, Rena prepared to depart but Aline

far from what Aline had been expecting! Why was it that Rena had garnered

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

succeeded in humiliating

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

interest in engaging in

“Then I wish you

she forcefully pushed Aline aside and

contorted with

in turmoil and she had lost her career. There was

mood, Aline settled down and

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

response arrived approximately

of late. Don’t

slightly disheartened, Aline’s

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

job, but she didn’t want Eloise to

worn-out bench, her mind

might, but Rena’s mood was as gloomy

toll, leaving her family with

neck, its

and headed to a pawnshop. The pawnshop guy examined the necklace for what felt like ages before offering a measly price. “How about 200 thousand?” he suggested, not realizing its

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

desperately needed the cash, so with a

“Okay!”

that felt like a cruel mockery of her necklace’s worth, she hurried over to Hyatt’s law

washed over her after she stepped out, only to

as Rena saw this

had traveled fast, and Vera had learned of her friend’s recent job loss. Filled with concern, she invited Rena out of genuine concern. “Where are you? Let me treat

nowhere else to go, Rena agreed, and

the restaurant, Vera wasted no time venting her anger, particularly directed at Aline, a girl they both disliked. Her words dripping with disdain, she ranted,

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had hooked up with so many men. When

smile and said, “Now, Aline has

of bitter irony, she finally revealed the shocking revelation

and fury washed over Vera after hearing the story. “Damn it! That sneaky witch And Harold is such a disgusting

“Don’t take it to heart! Harold is now Cecilia’s fiance anyway and you no longer have to be involved

her unrequited love for Harold. Could it be that Waylen knew all of

thoughts, Rena barely noticed when Vera nudged her and said, “Don’t feel sad for a man like him. He’s not worth

much more important than wasting time on a man like that.” Sensing Rena’s underlying financial strain, she fished out a bank

fathom Rena’s selflessness. She silently stared at her friend as if she was waiting

piece of meat on Vera’s plate was soon accompanied by a bittersweet

Vera’s eyes immediately widened in

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

stayed silent and instead placed a comforting hand on Vera, seeking to console her dear friend. However, their moment of solace was abruptly interrupted by

the

Slowly after, she placed it down as her eyes met met her friend’s with a mix of resignation and

a huge wave, fueled by the unfairness of it

Harold’s doing! What the

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

the strength to restrain her friend’s

her friend not to confront the man

force Rena into

low? He’s engaged to another woman and also sneaks around with

tinged with

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of relying on the Fowler family, and he sought to salvage his pride through other means.

She pulled her friend into a comforting embrace,

He’s lost his mind!”

Rena nodded silently.

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

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