Rena’s heart sank with sorrow.

She embraced Eloise tightly, tears streaming down her face. “Why must you leave? I want you to stay.”

Eloise contemplated her response but chose to remain silent.

Earlier at the cemetery, Eloise had surmised that Lyndon might be Rena’s biological father,

If Rena went to Lyndon, perhaps her life would be much easier in the future,

Rena shook her head resolutely. “I won’t go anywhere. Eloise, I will stay by your side,”

A soft sigh escaped Eloise’s lips.

She was ata loss as to how to handle Rena’’s situation. She loved Rena dearly, yet Rena was not her biological daughter. Now that Darren was gone and Rena had found her real father, Eloise could no longer be selfish and cling to her…

Enfolding Eloise in her embrace, Rena whispered, her voice filled with vulnerability, “If I were to call you ‘Mom,’ would you stay?”

Eloise’s body stiffened, her emotions in tumult.

Rena clung to Eloise even tighter, refusing to let go.

Speaking in hushed tones, Rena timidly addressed Eloise, resembling the very child Eloise first laid eyes upon.

“Mom… Please don’t go.”

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Eloise wept, the facade of strength she had been upholding since Darren’s passing crumbling away, revealing the depths of her sorrow and fear hidden within her heart.

Having lost her husband and never having children of her own, Rena now referred to Eloise as her mother.

Eloise held Rena in a tight embrace, her tears flowing freely. “I won’t leave… I will stay. Rena, I will be your mother, and I will forever be here by your side.”

Rena nestled against Eloise’s chest, finding solace in the warmth of her presence.

In the afternoon, Eloise insisted that Rena take a nap.

Upon awakening, Rena heard voices emanating from the living room.

Leaning against the wall for support, she made her way towards the source. Her eyes narrowed upon catching sight of the man seated there.

Lyndon caeuried the living room, surrounded by a multitude of precious tonics and gifts at his feet. Upon spotting Rena, his lips quivered for a prolonged moment. Eventually, he softly called out to her, “Rena!”

Rena understood the purpose behind his visit.

In a polite tone, she responded, “Thank you so much, Mr. Coleman.

However…”

Rena’s gaze shifted towards the gifts as she continued, “I truly cannot accept these.”

Lyndon locked his gaze on Rena.

The more he looked at her, the more he noticed her striking resemblance to Reina.

The more he looked at her, the more she felt like kin to him…

Reina had been married and had passed away and there was nothing Lyndon could do about it. However, Rena remained his daughter. How could he not take her back?

He longed to provide Rena with the best.

Lyndon paused momentarily before speaking up tenderly. “I have heard of your piano skills. Korbyn mentioned his desire to send you to Flirean for further study. I know of a tutor there… or I can teach you myself.”

He yearned to make amends, to shape Rena into a renowned musician.

His intentions were driven by a desire to bring solace to Reina’s spirit.

Lyndon continued to express his intentions but Rena responded with a disdainful smile.

Her gaze drifted downwards, fixating on her own feet.

The nerve injury afflicted her foot, rendering her unable to drive, let alone pursue her dreams of becoming a renowned pianist.

Flirean, the place of her aspirations, seemed out of reach.

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She chose not to disclose these details to Lyndon, simply mustering a faint smile as she replied, “Thank you for your kindness, Mr. Coleman. I believe I can manage without it. Furthermore… If there is nothing else, please excuse me. I won’t accompany you to the door.”

Rena nodded at Eloise, Signaling her to see their guest off.

Respecting Rena’s decision, Eloise collected the gifts and politely escorted Lyndon outside.

Standing before the door, Lyndon refused to relinquish his efforts. “Mrs. Gordon, you…”

Eloise’s smile was tinged with a hint of melancholy.

She uttered, “I understand your intentions but considering all that has transpired… Ultimately, the decision lies with Rena, doesn’t it? You loved your daughter dearly and I can’t blame you for that. But Rena…

She is also cherished by me and Darren.”

Upon hearing these words, Lyndon’s heart constricted with anguish.

As twilight descended and bedtime approached, Eloise tenderly applied a soothing, warm compress to Rena’s weary feet.

Gently clasping Rena’s foot, Eloise offered words of care, saying, “Ensure proper healing, dear. Let there be no lingering repercussions.”

In an attempt to conceal her true emotions, Rena feigned composure and replied, “It’s just a minor wound; it’s not a big deal.”

Observing Rena’s gradual ability to move with measured steps, Eloise refrained from dwelling too deeply on the matter.

Continuing to administer the comforting warmth to Rena’s foot, Eloise approached the conclusion of the procedure and hesitated before saying,

“Waylen has been waiting downstairs for quite some time. Would you like to see him?”

Rena was taken aback, momentarily stunned by the suggestion.

After a brief pause, she gently shook her head and responded, “I’ll speak with him in a few days. I’m not emotionally ready at the moment.”

Respecting Rena’s decision, Eloise refrained from pressing further.

Tenderly touching Rena’s head, Eloise spoke words of comfort, saying, “I may not know the intricacies of your situation but I wholeheartedly support any choices you make… Seek a deserving partner. If this man falls short, seek another. Your Mr. Right will surely come your way.” ,

Rena’s smile in response to Eloise’s words brought a sense of relief to Eloise’s heart.

Time swiftly passed and soon a week had gone since Darren’s passing, with Rena’s feet nearly restored to full health.

Accompanied by Eloise, Rena made her way to pay respects at Darren’s final resting place.

The sun beamed brightly, illuminating the vibrant flowers strewn around.

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Resting before Darren’s and Reina’s tombstone was a bouquet of freshly picked lilies.

Eloise surmised that Lyndon had left them there. Casting a glance at Rena, who discarded the bouquet nonchalantly and instead placed a handful of daisies, she couldn’t help but emit a soft sigh,

an extended period, emerging only when the approaching noon signaled

stood parked and Waylen leaned against it, engrossed in his

being surrounded by the cheerful spring

slimmed down,

she needed to convey her

held a profound gaze, she initiated

with tenderness, “Allow me

get a cab. Rena, you have a conversation with

take

Eloise hailed a taxi

opened the car door and gently urged, “Please,

into the

she could walk now, her movements lacked agility.

car, taking his time to buckle

on her feet as he

your foot

a glance at

I appreciate your

before confessing, “Rena, I care for you. I don’t want us to break up. Let’s

Rena listened in silence.

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nor sorrow,

and proposed,

slender fingers, resting upon the steering wheel,

silence, he

hour later, he escorted her to an

advance, the establishment was exclusively

indulging in any food; instead, she opted for a solitary cup of coffee. Her delicate fingers delicately grazed the surface of the porcelain, a reflection of the bitterness that dwelled within her

recent days, Rena had

attempting to

it profoundly hypocritical to shatter her heart and then seek to reclaim

bestowed upon her was always within the limits of his own willingness, whereas Rena had poured her entire being into this relationship. She

different family backgrounds, she had been compelled

Flower arrangement, pastries…

girlfriend was the daughter of the esteemed pianist Lyndon Coleman, which had motivated Rena to abandon

now, Rena found the entire situation utterly

coffee, Rena finally said in a soft, composed tone, “Waylen, let us

at her

replied slowly, “Perhaps it is wise for

her response

‘end this relationship,’ I mean we break all ties. No more contact, no calls, no texts

Rena concluded her statement…

waiter and placed an order, stating, “Two

the waiter responded, “Certainly, Mr. Fowler. Your dishes will be served in ten

help but interject, her voice tinged with

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discuss the matter further, stating, “Let us converse after the

them, it was only Waylen who engaged in consuming

for quite some time,

Rena’s remorse. He yearned for her to retract her statement about breaking

firmly

dabbed his lips with a

made up your mind? Are you truly

moments, Waylen believed there was no valid reason for them to sever their bond entirely due to

nodded, her resolve

“I have thoroughly contemplated it. Let us bring our relationship to an

the only woman he had ever wooed. Now that Rena had

and unhappiness, it

so, an uncomfortable conversation

Waylen believed it was customary to offer something when parting ways with a woman. This gesture would be a

for

hundreds of millions of dollars,

motivated by

exhibit annoyance. Instead, she responded lightly, “I have no

himself slightly taken

maintained her unwavering

her stance, Waylen reached into his pocket and retrieved a

and respectful manner, he

“Rena, our relationship has come to an end. If you require any assistance in the future, feel free

did not refuse

the check, tucking it away in

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made one final request. “Mr. Fowler, I still have some personal belongings in the apartment that I would like to

extracted a cigarette, lighting it

eyes exuded a profound depth as he offered a smile. “Very well. I no longer reside there these days. Once you have retrieved

Rena graciously thanked Waylen.

to depart. Waylen, somewhat adhering to

Rena politely declined.

trying times, Mr. Fowler… Now, we are even. From this point forward… We will never see

measured steps, Rena gradually exited

figure through the glass door. Suddenly, a twinge of pain flickered within

sunlight had grown excessively

made

She had arranged for a team of workers to remove the newly added curtains and reinstall the old

worn and unworn clothes, along with her jewelry, and dispatched them to

trace of her belongings from the place she once

possessions she bid farewell to was the beloved piano named

of just one day, Rena successfully erased any evidence of her existence within the apartment, leaving behind a void as if she had never resided

faithful companion who I had previously

had been struggling to eat properly due to Rena’s

responsibility, Rena decided to take Snowball with her as

to only take the dog along, opting to sell the jewelry, clothes and even the piano that

million dollars she had received from

couldn’t help but feel a faint ache in her foot, serving as a reminder of the

work at the law office, celebrating a

peak of his professional

knocked on his office

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handed him an envelope, explaining, “Miss Gordon

envelope and extracted a key from

key

clothes and jewelry, taken

stiff, catching Waylen’s attention. He raised his gaze to meet hers and asked,

it when you return

uneasy feeling gnawed at Waylen, he

working until ten o’clock in the evening before finally heading

emptiness of his apartment, he felt an unwelcome

await his arrival or prepare a meal for him in the place he once called

in his car, he

on the lights. As he surveyed his surroundings, an indescribable sensation coursed through him, causing his scalp to tingle and

apartment’s adornments, which were meticulously arranged

returned

a showroom, impeccably cold and perfectly aligned with

and embarked on a quest

bedroom, the kitchen, the living

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