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

speaking, Waylen regarded her with a faint

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

The Duefron Film Theatre.

Jazlyn had the theater’s entrance ajar,

dimness within, he flicked on the

illuminated, resembling daylight. The sound of his footsteps resonated through the spacious emptiness

had witnessed Rena being struck by the plummeting

palms, Waylen offered a moment of

eyes reopened, there

vigil held from night until

to the music school’s principal. “Mr. Hudson, it’s

was roused from sleep, his tone suddenly brightening

of

Waylen proceeded directly

I have

Nelson hesitated.

tone held a hint of amusement. “I’m prepared

there was

a performance. No need to

Waylen’s smile deepened.

girlfriend to play the piano. I’LL

Nelson readily agreed.

desired, Rena’s name could adorn the entire venue. The offer wasn’t solely about

call,

his figure

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remained absent throughout the

anticipated Rena’s displeasure, knowing she had a tendency

when he unlocked the apartment door, he was met with a waft

filled with the fragrance of

clad in an oversized T-shirt

appeared every bit like a

he whispered, “I didn’t come home last night. Why didn’t you call me? It’s not good to indulge a man like this. Rena, as Mrs. Fowler-to-be, your first lesson should be Learning to rein me

to plead for that

delicate curve of her neck, his words

“I am.”

thoughts on his mind,

Afterward, a sense of fulfillment settled over him. In a hushed

offered a soft refusal. “I can take

darkened. Playfully patting her bottom, he questioned, “Do you feel sorry

from confessing but didn’t deny

shortly after, freshly shaven in front of the mirror. His beard had

remained as handsome

hardship for Rena, he might remain trapped

His palms turned clammy.

the razor grazed his chin,

bathroom, Waylen seemed his

exchanged his appearance for a dark blue shirt and

he exuded

help but steal glances

culinary creations with

we’re married, I’ll be

next four years,

Waylen remained silent.

the conversation with a

be with her over the next four years. Instead, he would be waiting for her in the future… At that time, Rena would already be

to Rena, she

of her. She felt at ease in his

accompanied Rena to

vehicle was quite

refused to proceed

your fault Saddened by her situation, Waylen offered a

bestowed a kiss on his chin

retreating form, Waylen finally

Alexis took after him.

was a striking resemblance to

the word that the original piano solo opportunity was designated for Aline. Eventually, the school selected Rena due to her background. Ensure Rena‘s protection around

afternoon, Rena crossed

of the piano solo had traversed the music school, generating

Aline seethed with resentment.

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

was not willing to give up so easily. Seeing Rena’s composed demeanor, she sneered,

by such opportunities for self-presentation,

yet she wouldn’t willingly forgo an opportunity that had been granted

smile curved Rena’s

reaction further

this for Vera, aren’t

Rena shook her head.

now, Aline remained puzzled. Vera had managed to secure an excellent relationship despite her breakup with

served only to escalate Aline’s

by the school’s principal being in his early fifties. He was not bad

She had no inhibitions.

herself to Nelson would secure a prime opportunity, a trade she deemed worthwhile. Furthermore, rumors

convinced her

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 is easy,

surprised, her expression

these false rumors originated, but I assure you, the school had never considered offering you the piano solo.

her

around her, which prevented

the library, her profile exuding an air of graceful elegance

been intimate with other men before, Aline possessed a keen sense to

past, Rena had been beautiful but visibly innocent and inexperienced. Yet now, her bearing exuded the unmistakable feminine aura of someone cherished by a man. Could it

of the distinguished and noble man stirred a bitter

up and caught

them, exacerbated by Vera, remained unresolved,

Rena, but the

actions drew the attention

embarrassment, Aline clenched her teeth and muttered, “Rena, let’s wait

her

contacted Joseph, demanding,

relationship with Vera. He responded indignantly, “It is none of your business! Aline, I’ve made myself

“Let’s meet.” Joseph

from a shower, draped in

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