A reassuring pat on her back, his voice gentle as he said, “I won’t continue.”

Rena’s heart brimmed with a sense of injustice.

In an unexpected turn, she came to the realization that she had initiated the embrace herself. Shame mingled with anger, prompting her to retort, “Then clarify our romantic involvement.”

A soft chuckle escaped Waylen’s Lips.

As he stood, his fingers adeptly straightened his shirt with an air of nonchalance.

He exuded an aura of refined arrogance, a polished exterior concealing a darker nature.

Returning to his desk, he dialed an internal number. “Jazlyn, handle the online matters. Rena seems upset.”

Rena was taken aback. What did he mean by her being upset?

It was far too vague.

Waylen concluded the call, his demeanor elegant as he inquired. “Is everything satisfactory now?”

Summoning her courage, Rena said, “You… Just now… Promise me you won’t reveal what transpired between us just now.”

Waylen’s gaze fell as he ignited a cigarette.

His eyes, however, remained fixed on her, a hint of disdain touching his features. “Are you worried that Harold will grow angry and abandon you?”

Rena’s lips tightened.

Suddenly, Waylen extinguished his cigarette and adopted a gentler tone. “Rena, in a genuine love, there’s a balance of giving and taking. If Harold truly cares for you, why does he hold back and leave you hanging? Are you certain that this fleeting affection amounts to love?” Love demanded reciprocity.

Rena’s eyes welled with tears.

Waylen’s concern for her was evident as he continued, “It’s wiser to seek someone who genuinely appreciates you than to cling to a hopeless relationship.”

Someone who truly cared for her?

Rena regarded Waylen warily…

Yet, Waylen met her gaze unwaveringly. He possessed a striking handsomeness and an air of refinement that left Rena feeling inadequate. She quickly averted her eyes, whispering, “I’m leaving.”

Before she could reach the door, Waylen’s hand closed around the handle.

His towering figure cast a shadow over the young woman as he spoke with tenderness. “You endured silently, even when you were bullied. Your heart is so tender. How can you continue with the relentless Harold?” Time was running out for the Moore Group.

Soon, the Gordon family would be ensnared in Harold’s trap…

Rena pushed Waylen aside. “It’s none of your concern.”

Yet, Waylen’s gaze lingered, his voice adopting a softer tone. “Visit my apartment this weekend. Allow me to treat you to dinner. I possess a “Morning Dew’ piano. Wouldn’t you Like to play it for yourself?”

The ‘Morning Dew’ piano?

The one favored by Louis XII?

It was a temptation Rena found hard to resist.

Observing her inner struggle, Waylen smiled. “The choice is yours to make.”

Within Rena’s heart, a resolve took root. She would never set foot in his apartment.

But could it be true? Did he truly possess that piano in his abode? Rumors had pegged its value at around twenty million dollars.

Rena departed, her presence leaving a lingering ache in the air. Waylen retraced his steps to claim Rena’s untouched coffee, taking measured sips until half of it was consumed.

While lost in his thoughts, Jazlyn entered the office.

Waylen’s voice dipped to a hushed murmur. “Contact the auction house for me. I want to acquire the ‘Morning Dew’ piano, regardless of the cost. Have it delivered to my apartment in Duefron before the weekend.” Jazlyn was certain her boss had fallen in love.

Hadn’t he just broken up with his girlfriend?

How had he managed to regain his senses so swiftly?

Waylen cast a glance at Jazlyn, inquiring. “Will it pose a challenge?” Jazlyn hastened to reply, “No, I’ll handle it.”

Cradling the coffee cup, Waylen approached the French window with deliberate steps. His voice dipped even lower, a shadow of intensity woven into his words. “Dig into the financial records of the Moore Group. Unearth any compromising evidence. Additionally, arrange a meeting with Darren Gordon, the Moore Group’s financial officer.” Darren Gordon of the Moore Group?

Jazlyn’s brows knitted in puzzlement.

Waylen raised a placating hand, signaling her not to delve further.

As Jazlyn exited, Waylen remained solitary, a sense of solitude settling around him.

In this dream, events from ten years ago were occurring, and he alone held the script of fate, privy to both past and future. The woman he yearned for stood before him, yet he found himself resorting to every means to draw her near.

The impulsive kiss he had stolen from Rena weighed heavily on his conscience.

Furthermore, he bore a debt owed to Harold, one he was intent on repaying. And then there was Darren.

Waylen’s eyes slitted, his anticipation for the next encounter with Rena palpable. He yearned to possess her, by any means necessary, to bring his dream to a close and finally take her home.

Fueled by ten years of rigorous training, Waylen executed his plans unflinchingly, fulfilling his objectives that day.

Four o’clock in the afternoon arrived.

As appointed, Darren entered a club and pushed open the door to the private room.

Waylen sat alone, a formidable stack of documents before him. His demeanor exuded an air of aloof professionalism, a stark departure from the affable young man of the previous night.

Darren’s lips as he inquired. “Mr. Fowler, is there something significant you wish to

Waylen lifted his gaze.

warmth and geniality sweeping over

can call me Waylen. I have a matter I’d like to

information pertaining to the Moore Group. As the Chief Financial Officer, I trust you’re well-acquainted

Darren was taken

right mind could be this

Rena, the notion of Waylen aiding his rival in Love was inconceivable. Either

Darren maintained his composure, sipping his

he offered, “Waylen, you

another document

dollars in the Moore Group. However, there’s a stipulation. You must depart from the

Darren’s surprise was evident.

to spend such an exorbitant sum

each

had initially conceived. Certain figures sent shivers

his gaze, he fixated on Waylen, his disbelief

of calm

“Mr. Gordon.”

the Moore Group will fall into a financial hole of a billion dollars in

One billion dollars…

clammy sweat coated

Yet, he struggled to believe the Moore family could be so ruthless. Having worked for the Moore Group for

Darren’s

he poured two glasses of red wine, handing one to Darren. “Mr. Gordon, take a sip to steady yourself. In truth, this is a minor hiccup. It’s merely the prologue. If we intervene in time, repercussions can be averted. The Moore

skilled in

certain measure of

were based on reliable data, they forecasted events years

Darren hesitated.

you’re a friend of the Moore family. This is your opportunity to assist them, isn’t

by Waylen‘s taunt, Darren’s

Setting it down, he studied the young man before him,

step, Waylen approached, eyes shining. “Mr. Gordon, you’re a friend of the Moore family. This is your opportunity to assist

Waylen‘s taunt, Darren’s resolve

single gulp. Setting it down, he studied the young man before him, a mere 25 years old

last, Darren drew his line in the sand. “Business remains business I won’t meddle in Rena’s romantic life. Her choices are

faint. “Of course. I don’t employ

Waylen from head

with greater poise. As a father, Darren

a woman to chase after a man was hardly a dependable approach. After contemplation, Darren appended his signature to the contract, solidifying a billion-dollar deal

he would assume the mantle of

him out, an act of courtesy that deeply resonated with Darren. A noble gesture from a high-born man was not to be taken

develop feelings for Rena? From

at first sight… Darren was

Waylen’s smile remained enigmatic.

whispering, “Mr. Gordon, you might find this hard to believe. I owe

prying further

stood in silence,

Waylen. He had failed

hadn’t seen Darren

blame rested

company, he attended

arrival, Darren hesitated to address her. Before

revealing a disheveled Harold on the threshold. Though visibly distressed,

darkened, and Eloise astutely surmised the cause. With a subtle sigh, she granted Harold

from the bedroom, her surprise

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amicable relationship, and Rena held affection for

her voice soft as she inquired. “You’ve

intensity sweeping over her from head

short pajama set at home, Rena exuded a delicate

thick brown hair framed her shoulders,

She was beautiful.

had been based solely

man coveting her affections emerged, having expertly navigated the Moore Group’s tribulations, Harold found himself scrutinizing

plain and indifferent, a captivating allure now

cake, which he had once overlooked,

from Rena, a characteristic flaw often attributed

but brimming with gravity. Rena, puzzled, momentarily struggled to process the

the awkward atmosphere compelled him to intervene, gently asserting, “Harold,

unwavering focus remained on

words deliberate, Harold enunciated, “Mr. Gordon, I wish

predicament. Rena retreated to her room and donned a knitted coat before reappearing. In a hushed tone, she said, “All right, we

stairs, Rena’s arm was suddenly seized by

“Do you like him?”

longstanding affection for him was widely known, she had

not logically concern Harold, her entanglement with another had seemingly

Rena faltered, met

billion dollars into the Moore Group on the condition that Mr. Gordon

Chapter: 1388

as a sharp rebuke. “Answer

Harold’s ego had been stung, prompting his unanticipated visit. But what was their relationship? And why

are your intentions? You know I harbor

eyes. Two youthful souls, equally impassioned, exchanged

voice grew husky. “Before your

Harold stood taken aback.

his features, for Rena had

revolved around forming a connection with Rena to secure Darren’s trust. Over the subsequent years, as the Moore Group amassed staggering

his plan lay in

Group’s crisis had been averted and Rena’s well-being seemingly safeguarded, Harold’s

he grappled with his own motives. Rena saw through

After a protracted silence, his voice emerged huskily. “You

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