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

finished speaking, Waylen regarded her with a faint smile, his

realizing that her words might have carried a different implication. However, it wasn’t meant

The Duefron Film Theatre.

facilitated by Jazlyn had the theater’s entrance ajar, allowing Waylen an easy

flicked

of his footsteps resonated through the spacious

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

joined palms, Waylen offered a moment of

there was ruthlessness

remained seated, a vigil held from night until

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

from sleep, his tone

a pang of annoyance echoed within

Waylen proceeded directly to

about your upcoming school anniversary celebrations with various performances. I have a rather unconventional request. I’d like

Nelson hesitated.

hint of amusement. “I’m prepared to donate

time, there was

response was swift. “It’s merely a performance. No need to

Waylen’s smile deepened.

girlfriend to play the

Nelson readily agreed.

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

call, Waylen

morning light elongated his figure as

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remained absent throughout

anticipated Rena’s displeasure, knowing she had

apartment door, he was met with a waft

house was filled with

about, clad in an oversized

bit like a

come home last night. Why didn’t you call me? It’s not

to plead for that

delicate curve of her neck,

“I am.”

thoughts on his mind, their passion

as he guided her Afterward, a sense of fulfillment settled over him. In a hushed tone, he said, “I’ll drive you to

refusal. “I can take a bus

her bottom, he questioned, “Do you feel

refrained from confessing but didn’t deny

appearing shortly after, freshly shaven in front of

the reflection, his countenance remained as

If he didn’t endure hardship for Rena, he might remain trapped in

His palms turned clammy.

his chin, a thin line of blood

bathroom, Waylen seemed

a dark blue shirt and

ensemble, he exuded

help but steal

culinary

I’ll be the one cooking

the next four years, I’ll

Waylen remained silent.

he sealed the

wouldn’t 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 a mature

to Rena, she

understanding of

breakfast, Waylen accompanied Rena to

vehicle was

the school gates, Rena refused to proceed further,

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

a kiss on his chin before stepping

her retreating form, Waylen finally identified whom Alexis

Alexis took after him.

there was a striking resemblance to the young

the word that the original piano solo opportunity was designated for Aline. Eventually,

crossed paths with

solo had traversed the music school, generating a spectacle of

Aline seethed with resentment.

so much, why did Rena snatch her opportunity? Many celebrities in Duefron would be present in

Rena’s composed demeanor, she sneered,

by such opportunities for self-presentation,

lay in establishing connections with celebrities. Rena had no such desire, yet she wouldn’t

faint smile

reaction further stung

a cold tone, Aline queried, “You’re probably doing this for Vera, aren’t you? Rena, it’s

Rena shook her head.

remained puzzled. Vera had managed to secure an excellent relationship despite her breakup

composure served only to

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

She had no inhibitions.

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

was convinced her

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 is easy, but it’s much harder

stood surprised, her

you, the school had never

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

bodyguards around her, which prevented anyone from

library, her profile exuding an air of graceful elegance that

before, Aline possessed a keen

her bearing exuded the unmistakable feminine aura of someone cherished by a

of the distinguished and noble man

that moment, Rena glanced up and caught sight

between them, exacerbated by Vera, remained unresolved, causing Rena to intentionally ignore her and

entertained the notion of approaching Rena, but the four vigilant

drew the attention of

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

Rena resumed her reading,

Aline contacted Joseph,

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

seductive smile. “Let’s meet.” Joseph hesitated, eventually agreeing to rendezvous at a five-star

draped in a bathrobe, and sat anxiously on the sofa,

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