A pang of sorrow tugged at Waylen’s heart.

He longed to whisk Rena, now 20, away, as if he could possess two versions of her.

One mature and refined.

The other youthful and naive.

The very notion was almost unbearable to contemplate. His head dipped, lips pressing against her forehead, a murmur escaping his lips. “We’ll be together, Rena. Trust me.”

Rena lifted her head gently from his embrace, sunlight streaming through the window and casting a warm glow upon her youthful countenance.

Her complexion was flawless, her brows elegantly arched, and her chestnut locks cascaded gracefully down her waist, framing her enticing figure.

Her eyes, deep and bright like those of a newborn animal, held a tremor as she spoke with a quivering voice.

“I trust you.”

For Rena, who now stood at 20, this relationship had been akin to an unexpected afternoon rainstorm.

She had initially resisted its downpour, yet upon her first step into this apartment, an inexplicable sense of familiarity had overtaken her, leading her to a complete surrender.

It felt as though fate itself had orchestrated Waylen’s appearance by her side, that day on campus merely a serendipitous convergence.

Rena had always been steadfast in following her emotions, unwavering in her desire to be with Waylen.

The gap in their social statuses, the potential disapproval of his parents—such considerations had been forgotten, cast aside in the fervor of her hastily formed connection with him.

In her fragility and vulnerability, a hint of grievance lingered, but Waylen’s silent presence assured her.

He yearned to lead her back to reality, though his lips remained sealed.

Enfolding her in his embrace, he unraveled his plans, weaving dreams of a future for them both. A music studio for Rena after graduation, nestled in Duefron’s most prestigious locale, and their marriage when she reached 24.

Then she would begin to give birth to their children.

As Waylen spoke, the woman in his arms grew increasingly drowsy, nestling against his neck with a glint of tears at the corner of her eye.

silly girl. Why did she cry?

A tender kiss graced her lips before he gently carried her in his arms and walked back to the bedroom.

The upcoming school anniversary loomed, a mere week away.

Waylen stood sentinel over Rena’s well-being, a protective shield around her. He ventured to the Gordon household in person, earnestly beseeching Darren for permission to have Rena under his care temporarily. Waylen took on the mantle of chauffeur, ensuring her safe passage to and from school.

Initially resistant, Darren’s resolve eventually wavered after an all-night session of chess with Waylen.

At the break of dawn, consent was granted.

With Eloise’s assistance, Rena’s belongings were swiftly assembled, and Waylen escorted her away.

Downstairs, he loaded Rena’s suitcase into the car’s trunk.

However, her demeanor spoke of unrest, her expression far from jubilant.

As he settled into the driver’s seat and secured his seatbelt, a casual question slipped from his lips.

“You’re not enthusiastic about living with me?”

An air of unease settled upon Rena.

Averted eyes and a brief silence later, she whispered softly, “Waylen, don’t misunderstand. I’m certain of my feelings for you. But I can’t ignore the sense of being controlled, of things moving too swiftly.”

A furrow formed between her brows as she continued, “I’m not keen on cohabiting.”

Waylen’s eyes were full of affection.

He was good-looking and she was really tempted, but she still had to say what she should say.

“Waylen, although you have talked about the future with me, who can tell what will happen in the future? What if one day you grow weary of me or find another girl more suited? Would you then want me to leave? I couldn’t bear that.”

As she spoke, tears welled up in her eyes.

Alongside her grievance, a genuine affection for him shone through.

Waylen’s touch was gentle as he caressed her delicate visage. With one hand, he retrieved a document from the front compartment of the car and placed it in Rena’s hand.

Bewildered, she glanced down to find a transfer contract.

The apartment and the piano belonged to her now, along with an astonishing sum: over 12@ billion dollars’ worth of movable and immovable assets held by Waylen had been transferred to her.

Stunned, Rena bit her tender lip and murmured, “This isn’t what I want.”

Waylen, sensing her fear, adopted a playful tone.

“Still anxious, are you? How about I give you ownership of my body too? Then you can be completely assured, right?”

His forehead gently met hers, his voice soft as he continued, “My body is immovable property, but in your hands, it might become personal property. This particular product isn‘t traded on the market. From now on, you’re the sole authorized user.”

Blushing and indignant, Rena thought him audacious

Taking her hand, Waylen urged her to sign the document.

Stubbornly, she gazed up at him.

With a tender touch to her head, Waylen reasoned, “Didn’t you say I can foresee the future? Rena, what’s wrong with giving all this to my future wife?”

He seemed to be right.

At twenty years old, Rena signed a contract in advance, entrusting herself to Waylen.

Their cohabitation was a thrilling adventure to her.

It was the same for Waylen.

Nights found them on the same bed, exchanging kisses and affectionate touches. Under Waylen’s guidance, Rena gradually discovered new realms of intimacy.

Afterward, Rena spent a long time in the bathroom, cleansing her hands

When she emerged, Waylen was already dressed.

Surprised, she inquired.

“Are you heading out at this hour’ As he fastened his belt, Waylen playfully pinched her chin. “Indeed, I have some matters to attend to. You should go to bed. What would you like to eat? I’ll bring it back for you.”

hungry. I’m focusing on staying

speaking, Waylen regarded her

a different implication. However, it wasn’t meant for his

The Duefron Film Theatre.

theater’s entrance ajar, allowing Waylen an

dimness within, he flicked on the lights, banishing

space suddenly illuminated, resembling daylight. The sound of his footsteps resonated through

very seat from which he had witnessed Rena being struck by the plummeting chandelier, still

closed eyes and joined palms, Waylen offered a

there

remained seated, a vigil held from night

Waylen placed a call to the music school’s principal. “Mr.

roused from sleep, his tone suddenly brightening

of annoyance

directly to

with various performances. I have a rather unconventional

Nelson hesitated.

amusement. “I’m prepared to donate 20 million dollars

there was

response was swift. “It’s merely a

Waylen’s smile deepened.

my girlfriend to play the piano. I’LL also manage the

Nelson readily agreed.

the entire venue. The offer wasn’t solely about the 20 million dollars. Nelson recognized the potential connections he could forge

concluded the call, Waylen

elongated his figure as he

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remained absent throughout

anticipated Rena’s displeasure, knowing she had

apartment door, he was met with a waft of enticing

house was filled with

an oversized T-shirt and a

bit like

night. Why didn’t you call me? It’s not good to indulge a man like

blushed, responding, “Who’s going to plead for that kind of

Lips found the delicate curve of her neck,

“I am.”

Lingering thoughts on his mind, their passion

still inexperienced, she willingly wrapped her arms around his shoulders, cooperating as he guided her Afterward, a sense of fulfillment settled over him. In a hushed tone,

offered a soft refusal. “I can take

patting her bottom, he questioned, “Do

confessing but

continued to cook, Waylen disappeared into the bathroom, appearing shortly after, freshly shaven in front of the

remained as handsome as ever. Suddenly, his hand

he had been overlooking a critical issue. If he didn’t endure hardship for Rena, he might

His palms turned clammy.

grip slipped, and the razor grazed his chin, a thin

Waylen seemed his

appearance for a dark blue shirt and iron gray

he exuded maturity

help but steal

of Rena sharing her culinary creations with Waylen, who heartily

married, I’ll be the one cooking for

“So, for the next four years, I’ll

Waylen remained silent.

sealed the conversation with

Instead, he would be waiting for her in the future… At that time, Rena would already be a mature woman and a mother of

to Rena, she reveled

of her. She felt at ease

breakfast, Waylen accompanied Rena

was quite

the school gates, Rena refused to proceed further, yet their presence drew

unhappily, “It’s all your fault Saddened by her situation, Waylen offered a

kiss on his chin before stepping

her retreating form, Waylen finally identified whom Alexis

Alexis took after him.

striking

solo opportunity was designated for Aline. Eventually, the school selected Rena due to her background.

afternoon, Rena crossed

solo had traversed the music school, generating a spectacle of

Aline seethed with resentment.

why did Rena snatch her opportunity? Many celebrities in Duefron would be present in this school

not willing to give up so easily. Seeing Rena’s composed

for self-presentation, Rena harbored

establishing connections with celebrities. Rena had no such desire, yet she wouldn’t willingly forgo an opportunity that had been granted to

faint smile

further

tone, Aline queried, “You’re probably doing this for Vera, aren’t you? Rena, it’s not my fault. Vera Lacks the

Rena shook her head.

had managed to secure an excellent relationship despite her breakup with Joseph. Yet, Aline’s own

only to

early fifties. He was not bad looking, but after all, he was also

She had no inhibitions.

a trade she deemed worthwhile. Furthermore, rumors of Nelson’s indiscreet private life lent credibility to

was convinced her plan

as Aline began to undress, Nelson gently restrained her, his tone infused with rectitude. “Aline, we once discussed dedicating ourselves to art. I won’t ask you to sacrifice your body for art’s sake. It’s a spiritual endeavor, not a carnal one. Stripping down

surprised,

advised, “I’m not sure where these false rumors originated, but I assure you, the school had never

persisted in her belief that Rena had stolen her opportunity. Exiting the principal’s office,

black-clad bodyguards around her, which prevented anyone from easily approaching

her profile exuding an air

Aline possessed a keen sense to discern

now, her bearing exuded the unmistakable feminine

man

glanced up and caught sight of

remained unresolved, causing

the notion of approaching Rena, but the four vigilant bodyguards

the attention

muttered, “Rena, let’s wait and see!” With those words, she turned on her heel

resumed her reading, seemingly

Joseph, demanding, “Where

had ended his relationship with Vera. He responded indignantly, “It is none

adopted a seductive smile. “Let’s meet.”

following two encounters, Joseph emerged from a shower, draped in a bathrobe, and sat anxiously

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