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 in

her with a

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

The Duefron Film Theatre.

theater’s entrance ajar,

flicked on the lights, banishing the

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

had witnessed Rena being struck by the plummeting chandelier, still in a comatose

palms, Waylen offered a moment of silent

his eyes reopened, there was ruthlessness

vigil held from

call to the music school’s principal. “Mr.

roused from sleep, his tone suddenly brightening “Hello,

of annoyance

proceeded directly to

anniversary celebrations with various performances. I have a rather unconventional request. I’d like my

Nelson hesitated.

of amusement. “I’m prepared

time, there was no hesitation from

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

Waylen’s smile deepened.

girlfriend to play the piano. I’LL also manage

Nelson readily agreed.

Waylen desired, Rena’s name could adorn the entire venue. The offer wasn’t solely about the 20 million dollars. Nelson recognized the

call, Waylen departed

his figure

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remained absent throughout

Rena’s displeasure, knowing she had a tendency

apartment door, he was met with

was filled with the

clad in an oversized T-shirt

every bit

from behind, 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.

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

found the delicate curve of her

“I am.”

his

Rena was still inexperienced, she willingly wrapped her arms around his shoulders, cooperating as he guided her Afterward, a sense of fulfillment settled

offered a soft refusal. “I can take a bus

he

confessing but

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

reflection, his countenance remained as handsome as ever. Suddenly, his

he had been overlooking a critical issue. If he didn’t endure hardship for Rena, he might remain trapped in this dream, unable to return to

His palms turned clammy.

and the razor grazed his chin, a

Waylen seemed his usual

his appearance for a dark blue shirt and iron

this ensemble, he exuded maturity and

but steal glances at

her culinary creations with Waylen, who

married, I’ll be the one cooking for

for the next four years, I’ll be the

Waylen remained silent.

sealed the

not, because he 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

Rena, she reveled in their

affluent, Waylen possessed a deep understanding of her. She felt at

breakfast, Waylen accompanied Rena

vehicle was quite

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

fault Saddened by her situation,

his chin before stepping out

her retreating form, Waylen finally identified whom

Alexis took after him.

striking resemblance to

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

afternoon, Rena crossed

the music school, generating a

Aline seethed with resentment.

opportunity? Many celebrities in Duefron would be present in this school anniversary. It was an important

so easily. Seeing Rena’s composed demeanor, she sneered, “It’s

by such opportunities for self-presentation, Rena harbored

celebrities. Rena had no such desire, yet she

faint smile curved

further stung

probably doing this for Vera, aren’t you? Rena, it’s not my fault. Vera Lacks

Rena shook her head.

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

served only

out Nelson, Aline was undeterred by the school’s principal being in his early fifties. He was not bad looking, but after all, he was also a middle-aged

She had no inhibitions.

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

convinced her plan would

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

surprised,

but I assure you, the school had never considered offering

stolen her opportunity. Exiting the principal’s office, Aline confronted Rena, who sat reading

around her,

library, her profile exuding an air of graceful elegance

Aline possessed a keen sense to

Yet now, her bearing exuded the unmistakable feminine aura of someone cherished by a man. Could it be because

distinguished and noble man

that moment, Rena glanced up and

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

notion of approaching Rena, but the

actions drew the attention of

muttered, “Rena, let’s wait and see!”

her reading, seemingly

Aline contacted Joseph, demanding,

to Aline’s interference, Joseph had ended his relationship with Vera. He responded indignantly, “It is none of your

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

a shower, draped in a bathrobe, and

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