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.

lips as he inquired. “Mr. Fowler, is

Waylen lifted his gaze.

shifted, warmth and geniality sweeping over his features

can call me Waylen. I have a matter I’d like to discuss with you. My apologies

you’re well-acquainted with the details. And I… I share a close connection with Rena. She holds affection for

this, Darren

man in his right mind could be this

of the emerging legal talent before him, and he perceived Waylen as brash. Though he believed Waylen had feelings for Rena, the notion of Waylen aiding his rival in Love was inconceivable.

Darren maintained his composure,

you

another document

to invest one billion dollars in the Moore Group. However, there’s a stipulation. You must

Darren’s surprise was evident.

was prepared to spend such an

the private room, Darren’s astonishment grew with each passing moment as

dire state of the Moore Group was far graver than he had initially conceived. Certain figures sent shivers down his spine, evoking both anxiety and

he fixated on Waylen,

an air of calm detachment, as if handling matters of

“Mr. Gordon.”

financial hole of a billion dollars in less than four years. As for

One billion dollars…

sweat

responsibility would inevitably fall on his shoulders. Yet, he struggled to believe the Moore family could be so ruthless. Having worked for the Moore Group for decades, he presumed the

perceived Darren’s

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

skilled in the art of

felt a certain

the projections were based on reliable data, they

Darren hesitated.

of the Moore family. This

taunt, Darren’s

his glass in a single gulp. Setting it down, he studied the young man before him, a

friend of the Moore family. This is your opportunity to

by Waylen‘s taunt,

it down, he studied the young man before him, a mere 25 years old

in the sand. “Business remains business I won’t meddle in Rena’s romantic life. Her choices

course. I don’t employ money to

scrutinized Waylen from head

Waylen surpassed Harold in many aspects, carrying himself with greater poise. As a father,

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

turn, he would assume the mantle of chief financial officer at

Darren prepared to depart, Waylen personally ushered him out, an act of courtesy that deeply resonated with Darren. A noble gesture from a high-born man

develop feelings for Rena? From what I know, your

first sight… Darren

Waylen’s smile remained enigmatic.

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

Darren’s brow, aware that prying further

departure, Waylen stood in silence, his gaze following

at Waylen.

Rena hadn’t seen Darren the night he passed

rested

Darren’s return to the company,

arrival, Darren hesitated to address her. Before

distressed, he struggled to maintain

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

that instant, Rena emerged from the bedroom, her

Chapter: 1387

Rena held affection

stood momentarily dazed, her voice soft as she inquired. “You’ve come to see

a searing intensity

short pajama set at home, Rena exuded

slender legs held an enchanting elegance. A cascade of thick

She was beautiful.

had been based

having expertly navigated the Moore Group’s tribulations, Harold found himself scrutinizing Rena with newfound

deemed her plain and indifferent,

delectable cake, which he had once overlooked, seemed destined for

a characteristic

but brimming with gravity. Rena, puzzled, momentarily struggled

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

unwavering focus remained on

Gordon,

faltered briefly, grappling with this unexpected predicament. Rena retreated to her room and donned a knitted coat before reappearing. In a hushed tone,

the stairs, Rena’s arm was

“Do you like him?”

momentarily befuddled. Though her longstanding affection for him was widely known, she had never acted on

not logically concern Harold, her

extricate her arm, Rena faltered, met with

on the condition that Mr. Gordon joins the Fowler Group. Is this the stipulation you

Chapter: 1388

as a sharp rebuke. “Answer me.” The hold

unanticipated visit. But what was their relationship? And

about you, Harold? What are your intentions? You know I

Two youthful souls,

silence, Rena’s voice grew husky. “Before your inquiry, had you already considered accepting the

Harold stood taken aback.

features, for Rena had gleaned his

to secure Darren’s trust. Over the subsequent years, as the Moore

plan lay

crisis had been averted and Rena’s

he grappled with his own motives. Rena saw

the dim glow of a streetlamp, Harold stood rigid. After

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