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,

the cemetery for an extended period, emerging only when

GT stood parked

cheerful spring

had slimmed down, yet

she

eyes held a

said, his voice filled with tenderness, “Allow me to drive

desire for closure, Eloise interjected, “I’ll get

Eloise to take care on her way

hailed a taxi and

car door and gently urged,

into

she could walk now, her movements lacked

her in the car, taking his

fixed on her feet as he softly

foot still

glance at

improved. I appreciate

Rena, hesitating before confessing, “Rena, I care for you. I don’t want us to break up. Let’s start anew. I will never see her

Rena listened in silence.

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sorrow, as if she were an impartial

even smiled and proposed,

slender fingers, resting upon the steering wheel,

a protracted silence, he smiled and replied,

escorted her

in advance, the establishment

opted for a solitary cup of coffee. Her delicate fingers delicately grazed the surface of the porcelain,

Rena had

was attempting to win her

it profoundly hypocritical to shatter her

was always within the limits of his own willingness, whereas Rena had poured her

had been compelled to acquire skills she

Flower arrangement, pastries…

Rena to abandon her home and pursue further studies

now, Rena found the

soft, composed tone, “Waylen,

gazed at her

pause, he replied slowly, “Perhaps it is wise for us to separate temporarily and allow

evade his gaze, her response accompanied by a gentle

this relationship,’ I mean we break all ties. No more contact, no calls, no texts on special occasions

Rena concluded her statement…

placed an order, stating, “Two

a smile, the waiter responded, “Certainly, Mr. Fowler. Your dishes will be served

her voice

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discuss the matter further, stating, “Let

the plates were presented before them, it was only Waylen who engaged

he had been eating for quite some

remorse. He yearned for her to

dwelling on past decisions would only yield sorrow. Since Rena had firmly

dabbed his lips with a napkin,

up

a life together for an extensive period and shared countless intimate moments, Waylen believed there was no valid reason for them to sever their bond entirely due

her resolve

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

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

distress and unhappiness,

an uncomfortable conversation

customary to offer something when parting ways with a woman. This gesture would be a

proposed, “I will arrange for Jazlyn to transfer ownership of the apartment to

a value worth hundreds of millions of dollars, which would undoubtedly

been motivated by material wealth in her relationship

as Waylen broached the topic, Rena did not exhibit annoyance. Instead, she responded lightly, “I have no interest

himself

maintained her unwavering gaze

pocket and retrieved a checkbook. With deliberate movements, he inscribed

in a composed and respectful manner,

to an end. If you require any assistance in the

did not

folded the check, tucking it away in her

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gratitude, she made one final request. “Mr. Fowler, I still have some personal belongings in the apartment that I

a cigarette, lighting it and taking a

I no longer reside there these days. Once you have retrieved your

Rena graciously thanked Waylen.

depart. Waylen, somewhat adhering to gentlemanly conduct, entertained the

Rena politely declined.

said, “I appreciate your assistance to my father during these trying times, Mr. Fowler… Now, we are

steps, Rena gradually exited

remained seated, his gaze fixed upon her slender figure through the glass door. Suddenly,

mused, the sunlight had grown

Rena made her way to

a mission to restore its former state. She had arranged for a team of workers to remove the newly added curtains and reinstall the old ones, as well as discard

up both her worn and unworn clothes, along with her

every trace of her belongings

to was the beloved

evidence of her existence within the apartment, leaving behind a void as if she

cast her gaze upon Snowball, her faithful companion who I had previously been a stray

had been struggling to eat properly due to

to take Snowball with her

Waylen, she chose to only take the dog along, opting to sell the jewelry, clothes and even

proceeds from the sale, combined with the fifty million dollars she had received from Waylen, were generously donated

a faint ache in her foot, serving as a

passed, during which Waylen immersed himself in his work at the law office, celebrating a triumphant

was at the peak of his professional

his office

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discreetly handed him an envelope, explaining, “Miss Gordon visited

the envelope and extracted a

was the key to his

he inquired, “Did you happen to visit there? Were Rena’s belongings, the clothes and jewelry, taken by her? If not, kindly arrange for their return to

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

responded enigmatically, “You’ll discover it when you return home tonight. Nonetheless, Miss Gordon has indeed

an uneasy feeling gnawed at Waylen, he dismissed it

working until ten o’clock in the evening

contemplating the dimness and emptiness of his apartment, he felt an unwelcome hesitation

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

his car, he lit

his surroundings, an indescribable sensation coursed through him, causing his scalp to tingle and

to the apartment’s adornments, which were meticulously arranged by

now everything had returned to its

a showroom, impeccably cold and perfectly aligned

coat aside and embarked on a quest to

the bedroom, the kitchen, the

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