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.”

I’m focusing

speaking, Waylen regarded her with a faint smile,

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

The Duefron Film Theatre.

theater’s entrance ajar, allowing Waylen

the dimness within, he flicked

sound of his footsteps resonated through the spacious emptiness as Waylen made his

he had witnessed Rena being

Waylen

there was ruthlessness

remained seated, a vigil held from night

Waylen placed a call to the

roused from sleep, his

a pang of annoyance echoed within

directly to

performances. I have a rather unconventional

Nelson hesitated.

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

there was no hesitation

“It’s merely a performance. No

Waylen’s smile deepened.

the

Nelson readily agreed.

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

concluded the call,

morning light elongated his figure as

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remained absent

had anticipated Rena’s displeasure, knowing she had

unlocked the apartment door, he was met with a waft

house was filled with the fragrance of

kitchen, Rena bustled about, clad in an oversized T-shirt

bit like

embrace from behind, he whispered, “I didn’t come home last night. Why didn’t you call me? It’s not good to indulge a

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

the delicate curve of her neck,

“I am.”

thoughts on his mind,

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

offered a soft refusal. “I can take

her bottom, he questioned, “Do

confessing but didn’t

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

his countenance remained as handsome as ever.

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

His palms turned clammy.

slipped, and the razor grazed his chin,

bathroom, Waylen seemed his

his appearance for a dark

this ensemble, he exuded maturity and

but steal glances at

consisted of Rena sharing her culinary creations

I’ll be the

“So, for the next four years, I’ll be the

Waylen remained silent.

the conversation with

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 in their

Waylen possessed a deep understanding of her. She felt at

accompanied

was quite

they reached the school gates, Rena refused to proceed further, yet their presence drew a fair

she said unhappily, “It’s all your fault Saddened by her situation, Waylen offered a comforting kiss. “I’ll

bestowed a kiss on his

form, Waylen finally identified whom

Alexis took after him.

striking resemblance to the young

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

crossed paths

the piano solo had traversed the music school, generating a spectacle

Aline seethed with resentment.

so much, why did Rena snatch her opportunity? Many celebrities in Duefron would be present in this school anniversary. It was an important

composed demeanor, she sneered, “It’s not over yet.

for self-presentation, Rena

celebrities. Rena had no such desire, yet she wouldn’t willingly forgo

faint smile

further

doing this for Vera, aren’t

Rena shook her head.

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

served only to escalate Aline’s

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

She had no inhibitions.

herself to Nelson would secure a prime opportunity, a trade she deemed worthwhile. Furthermore, rumors of Nelson’s indiscreet private life lent credibility to

her plan would

art. I won’t ask you to sacrifice your body for art’s sake. It’s a spiritual endeavor, not a carnal

stood surprised, her

school had never considered offering you the

She persisted in her belief that Rena had stolen her opportunity. Exiting

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

the library, her profile exuding an air of graceful elegance that

intimate with other men before, Aline possessed a

Yet now, her bearing exuded

distinguished and noble man stirred

that moment, Rena glanced up and caught sight of

exacerbated by Vera, remained unresolved, causing Rena to intentionally

entertained the notion of approaching Rena, but the four vigilant

the

let’s wait and see!” With those words, she

Rena resumed her reading,

Joseph, demanding,

responded

meet.” Joseph hesitated, eventually agreeing to rendezvous

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

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