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.”

not hungry. I’m focusing on

finished speaking, Waylen regarded her with a faint

might have carried a different implication. However,

The Duefron Film Theatre.

by Jazlyn had the theater’s

flicked on

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

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

palms, Waylen

reopened, there was

seated, a vigil held from

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

was roused from sleep,

cordial, a pang of annoyance

proceeded directly to his

I have a rather unconventional request. I’d like my girlfriend to perform on

Nelson hesitated.

a hint of amusement. “I’m prepared

was no hesitation from

was swift. “It’s merely a performance.

Waylen’s smile deepened.

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

Nelson readily agreed.

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

the call,

his figure as he walked

*

remained absent

she had a tendency for

he was met

filled with the

an oversized T-shirt and a delicate

bit

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

“Who’s going to plead for

found the delicate curve of her neck,

“I am.”

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,

soft refusal. “I can

bottom, he questioned, “Do you feel sorry

confessing but didn’t

disappeared into the bathroom, appearing shortly after, freshly shaven

the reflection, his countenance remained as

endure hardship for Rena, he might remain trapped in this dream, unable to return to

His palms turned clammy.

grip slipped, and the razor grazed his chin,

the bathroom, Waylen

his appearance for a dark blue shirt and

he exuded maturity

help but steal glances

consisted of Rena sharing her culinary creations with Waylen,

married, I’ll be the

next four

Waylen remained silent.

close, he sealed the conversation

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 woman and

Rena, she

understanding of her. She felt at ease in

breakfast, Waylen accompanied Rena

was quite

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

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

on his chin before stepping

Waylen finally identified

Alexis took after him.

striking resemblance to

solo opportunity was designated for

Rena crossed

the

Aline seethed with resentment.

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

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

such opportunities for self-presentation, Rena

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

smile

further stung

Vera, aren’t you?

Rena shook her head.

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

served only

the school’s principal being in his early fifties. He was not bad looking, but after

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

was convinced her plan

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

stood surprised, her

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

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

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

an

other men before, Aline possessed a keen sense to discern the distinct aura emanating from

Yet now, her bearing exuded the unmistakable feminine

noble man stirred a

that moment, Rena glanced up and caught sight of

remained unresolved, causing Rena

Rena, but the four vigilant bodyguards

the attention

with embarrassment, Aline clenched her teeth and muttered, “Rena, let’s wait and see!”

Rena resumed her reading, seemingly

contacted Joseph, demanding, “Where are

ended his relationship with Vera. He responded indignantly, “It is

“Let’s meet.” Joseph hesitated, eventually agreeing to rendezvous

from a shower, draped in a

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