He wanted to set her free but he couldn’t let go.

In the end, he resorted to this cunning approach to lure her back to him.

In the early hours of the morning, Rena stirred from her slumber, the remnants of a dream lingering within her.

In the realm of her dream, Waylen had uttered tenderly, “Rena, I’ve returned.”

Startled from her reverie, Rena sat upright, reaching up to touch her face, a trickle of chilly tears adorning the corners of her eyes.

By the bedroom entrance, Waylen held a tray of breakfast. Witnessing Rena’s tears, he asked hoarsely, “What troubles you, my dear?”

Approaching her side, he gently placed the tray on the bedside table, caressing her forehead and reassured, “It’s not that warm anymore.”

Rena gazed intently at him, her nose slightly flushed.

Her pitiful countenance concerned Waylen, and he murmured, “Please don’t look at me like that; you know I have no control of myself whenever you look at me like that.”

Trembling lips kept Rena from mustering the courage to voice her query.

Gradually, she regained composure and inquired, “Why have you come here?”

Waylen positioned a pillow behind her waist and tried to feed her some broth, but she declined and took the spoon to eat by herself, only realizing after two spoonfuls that she realized she had forgotten to brush her teeth.

Her inadvertence struck him as adorable, prompting Waylen to pinch her cheek tenderly.

“Consider this a special case; I can afford to be lenient with you,” he remarked.

Rena shook her head and pushed the tray away, admitting, “I have no appetite.”

Yet, she still yearned to ask why he was here.

Leaning in close, Waylen’s striking face nearly touching hers, their breaths intertwined as he gazed into her eyes, asking gently, “Is divorce truly the solution? You’re unwell and you’re struggling to face it alone.”

An urge to withdraw surged within Rena but Waylen’s arm wrapped around her slender waist, holding her in place.

He caressed her softly, devoid of any carnal intentions; he merely sought her presence.

Though Waylen’s charm and tenderness were difficult for Rena to resist, she remained steadfast. “I can find someone else to take care of me,’ she insisted.

“Like who? Hector? Or that toy boy named Shelton? … Rena, do they truly compare to me in your heart? If they were better, why did you turn them both down?” Waylen inquired, exerting pressure on her, causing her breath to waver.

The unsettling sensation of nausea returned and Waylen noticed her distress. Loosening his grip, he handed her some water and medicine.

‘Sweat beads formed on Rena’s forehead as she recalled her appointment with a client later in the day to survey a piece of land.

Waylen urged her gently, “Prioritize your recovery. I’ll go in your stead.”

Taken aback, Rena remained speechless as a knock resounded at the door, revealing Hector’s voice on the other side.

Waylen and Rena locked eyes, a silent exchange passing between them.

Eventually, Waylen rose from his seat and headed towards the door, prompting Rena’s cautionary plea, “Please don’t open the door…”

He responded with a disdainful snort. “Do you find me disgraceful?” Despite her words, Waylen proceeded to open the door.

Sure enough, Hector stood outside, holding breakfast in hand.

When Hector met Waylen, the atmosphere was a little awkward, but Hector immediately smiled and asked, “Is Ms. Gordon feeling better?”

“Her fever has subsided but she still needs ample rest,” Waylen responded.

He then stepped back, allowing Hector to enter the room.

Hector nodded, placing the breakfast on a nearby surface but his gaze darkened when he noticed the other tray on the bedside table.

Throughout, Hector understood that his chances were slim. Rena had indirectly turned him down numerous times, and what’s more, it was Waylen who had given him an opportunity years back by hiring him. He owed his current position to Waylen.

Hector couldn’t bear to resort to treachery and steal his wife.

Subsequently, Hector and Waylen discussed the matter of the land.

In the bedroom, Rena listened to their conversation…

Gradually, she drifted into slumber, but her last conscious thought was the sensation of having someone to rely on, akin to the moment she risked everything to confront Elvira with acar.

Fear gripped her then, yet comforting hands reached out, assuring, “Rena, don’t be afraid.”

All along, it was Waylen who provided her with that sense of security.

It made Rena want to embrace this feeling wholeheartedly…

*

Rena spent an entire day resting in the hotel.

As night descended, the sky adorned itself with fiery clouds, a spectacular display of red hues resembling flames.

After taking a soothing shower, Rena felt much more at ease.

Waylen gently tapped the room key card and entered with some takeout boxes. Observing her standing with her back to him, he asked softly, “Are you feeling better?”

Rena turned around, her gaze quiet and contemplative.

She had been by his side for over half a year since he lost his memory.

She believed she knew him well but now she found herself somewhat perplexed about his thoughts… What was Waylen truly thinking? Was he merely ingratiating himself with her to eventually remarry her?

And…

Could last night’s events have been a mere dream?

Sensing her inner turmoil, Waylen smiled reassuringly and said, “You are the mother of my two children. For now, I have no intention of marrying anyone else. Is it so strange… that I’m kind to you?”

Rena made her way to the table and took a seat.

Her appetite had returned; she was a little hungry…

As Waylen set out the food, he couldn’t help teasing, “You’re incredibly obedient when you’re hungry. Will you completely ignore me once you’re satisfied?”

Rena was amused by his remark, especially considering she was just savoring her meal.

Her eyes narrowed as she shot him a penetrating glare.

inspecting the land earlier that day. His keen eye and persuasive words held considerable weight. Even though Rena had achieved much herself, she couldn’t

I believe the current owner still has some unresolved matters with the land. My suggestion is, if the price exceeds 400 million dollars, it’s

closely aligned

nodded, acknowledging

couldn’t resist reaching out to touch her chestnut

chill ran

but Waylen appeared entirely composed, as if nothing

didn’t pester her further. Instead,

would be working overtime in Waylen’s room

dead of night, Rena found herself sprawled across the

couldn’t comprehend her own

resist, she knocked on Waylen’s bedroom door. She

The door swung open.

expressionless and

upper body was bare and only a bath towel was wrapped around

hair, cascading along the sharp contours of his face, eventually vanishing into the

Rena’s throat tightened.

“Aren’t we going to an appointment later? Shouldn’t you

he stepped aside to

back pressed against

case at the end of the bed, pulled out a cigarette and lit

upwards, he inquired lightly, “Is

a moment before asking softly, “Have you

and replied, “Yes, certain things have come

Her heart raced.

regained some

It felt as though he was pursuing her,

to manipulate emotions

them spoke further. Waylen simply observed her as

a gentle whisper,

lips quivered with

desire you deeply but I understand your apprehension. I’ll treat you right and with utmost care. Let’s proceed

tears in her eyes,

Waylen embraced her gently.

“I apologize, Rena.

she tensed but, throughout, she was unwilling to push him

destined to be intertwined for the rest

Eventually, nothing more occurred.

further intimate actions, merely holding each other for a fleeting moment. After a while, Rena’s voice,

opened the

as she stepped out, he caught her wrist

eyes welled up

true piece of art

beseeched, “Rena, don’t reject me

of

preserve their marriage, the

touched the diamond ring, Rena’s

shyness ignited a mixture

later, they departed

client displayed great hospitality. Unaware of Waylen and Rena’s connection, he thoughtfully arranged for two young and beautiful girls to accompany

to be art school students, possessed

to decline and allowed the

it’s not that I’m opposed to relaxing. It’s just that she keeps a close watch on me, and she is clingy even

Kent,

to apologize, he downed three glasses of

at a loss for words, so she

took place over the wine-laden table, surprising Rena. She had always assumed that Waylen’s

he also excelled

meager, and he needed support to return to the hotel

dinner,

Rena sat beside him, feeling a twinge

Waylen was drunk.

completely incapacitated. He extended

conducted in the south. Especially with real estate developers; if they don’t get you to drink a

to look

was dimly lit, his flushed

inquired,

silence

wife. How could I stand idly by while you’re trying so hard to get this project? And you just

Waylen was affectionate.

blushed and replied, “Don’t talk

faint aroma of wine

the seat, Waylen reached out to hold Rena’s hand. He touched the diamond ring on her finger and murmured, “You’re still wearing the ring.

couldn’t find the words to

gazing

she was compliant, she seemed so

a hoarse voice, “Now I’m half

Half of her Waylen…

of him to

rested his head on her shoulder. “Rena, I don’t believe you’re not attracted

indeed

the feeling that

remember things from the past, and she was

His lips and tongue were warm from the mellow red wine, mixed with the unique scent of

the car, and the subtle sound of kissing

driver held his

let go of her

tenderly, he reveled

Rena trembled uncontrollably.

chest became wet and warm. In truth,

She cried…

her Waylen

She missed him terribly.

“Don’t cry. Don’t cry, Rena. I’ll slowly

hand and

as her emotions swirled inside her like a storm. She couldn’t resist Waylen’s presence, even

hearts heavy with the weight of their

her room, and a tinge of shame crept over them. They hadn’t been a couple for a long time, and now

key card, she was suddenly held from

spine. He leaned against her back, his voice soft and warm as he said, “Still working out lately?

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