Post-shower, a wave of relief washed over him, dispelling the remnants of unease that had lingered from the electrician’s rental house. His spirits were lifted as he rejoined Rena on the sofa, wrapping his arms around her form for a comforting embrace.

He traded his attire for a casual shirt and suit pants, a subtle transformation that didn’t escape Rena’s observation.

She was privy to the nuances of his moods, recognizing his tendency to appear more composed when troubled.

Nestling against his shoulder, she inquired in a hushed tone.

“What’s bothering you?”

“Nothing.”

He brushed her concern off with a gentle touch as he grazed her delicate features.

Waylen proceeded downstairs to prepare a noodle dish, soon returning with a steaming bowl. Rena, having consumed chicken soup earlier, was lacking appetite due to both her dietary preferences and pregnancy considerations. His understanding of her needs was impeccable.

He sat by her side, consuming the noodles.

Amidst the mundane, their companionship brought ease to the moment, Rena scrutinized his features beneath the soft light, noting the passage of time etched subtly around his eyes. The years had lent a mature charm to his countenance, enhancing his allure.

Her fingers extended to caress his eyes, a touch that evoked a warm response from him.

Following a pause, he resumed eating and inquired in a lighthearted voice.

“Are you craving another intimate encounter?”

His playful touch grazed her protruding belly affectionately.

A blush dusted Rena’s cheeks, and her heart raced in response.

Though her instincts told her to push him away, the warmth of his hand was irresistible, and she hesitated to release it.

“Enough already.”

A faint smile played on Waylen’s lips as he concluded his meal.

With the table cleared, he scooped Rena into his arms, placing her on the sofa. His shoulder became her pillow, fingers tenderly smoothing her hair.

This simple intimacy held a profound significance, offering comfort in the midst of an ordinary night.

His caresses, though gentle, held a power akin to balm, soothing Rena‘s soul.

With her head nestled on his shoulder, she murmured, “Waylen, you’ve changed a lot.”

“Have I? What’s different?”

“It’s hard to explain. For instance, you wouldn’t have dined at the tea table before. You used to be so meticulous about meals.”

His fingers brushed against her face, a smile curving his lips.

Rena nestled deeper into his embrace, her voice soft as she probed, “Can you tell me now what’s been troubling you?”

Waylen was hesitant, for the darkness he faced was closely tied to her.

After a moment, he said slowly, “Rena, the chandelier incident in the theater was no ordinary accident. I suspect it was deliberately orchestrated.”

“So you suspect Aline?” Rena straightened, her long brown hair slightly disheveled.

Her graceful movements exuded an irresistible allure, reminding Waylen of the business they ought to discuss.

Nonetheless, he found himself captivated by her charm.

Teasingly, he remarked, “They say pregnancy clouds the mind for three years. Are you an exception? Blame my high IQ for offsetting your intelligence.”

He playfully touched her belly. Flushed and slightly flustered, Rena scolded, “Don’t change the subject!” Waylen reined in his emotions, speaking after a moment’s contemplation.

“I believe Aline may have bribed the electrician. However, the man died at dusk, likely during a sexual encounter.”

Rena, despite her strong mind, couldn’t help but tremble, fear coursing through her veins.

She furrowed her brow slightly and commented, “Aline is slender; it wouldn’t be easy for her to overpower a man when he’s off guard. She must have used other means.”

Waylen’s eyes sparkled with recognition.

Rena’s thoughts aligned with his.

The sensation of tacit agreement between them was too beautiful to disrupt. Just as Rena was about to speak, Waylen’s phone rang. Glancing at the caller ID, he noted it was from the detective. Without avoiding Rena’s gaze, he answered the call. The detective’s voice lowered as he said, “The prosecutors found drugs in the deceased electrician’s stomach. It’s plausible that it contributed to his demise. Otherwise, a strong man like him wouldn’t be easily subdued by a woman.

Waylen replied before ending the call.

Turning his attention back to Rena, he noticed her lost in contemplation.

“What’s on your mind, Rena?” He playfully pinched her cheek.

Meeting his gaze, Rena responded quietly, “I’m wondering whether Harold’s car accident was truly a coincidence or Aline had a hand in it.”

Waylen’s response was silence, his eyes shimmering with an intensity Rena couldn’t ignore.

“Why are you looking at me like that?” She inquired.

“You’re just so stunning.”

Waylen’s gentle smile accompanied his soft words. He continued, “Mentioning him again, aren’t you worried I might get jealous?”

Rena nestled into his chest, her belly snugly nestled beneath his palm. The warmth of their embrace created a cocoon of comfort in the midst of the snowy landscape. Rena surrendered herself to the moment, entrusting her worries to Waylen.

In response, she murmured, “I’m carrying your child; why would you be jealous?”

Waylen’s smile deepened.

He rested his chin on Rena’s head and said, “Every time I think about the questionable things I’ve done in the past, I worry about losing you. I fear you might leave me.”

Rena responded with a faint smile.

As she teetered on the edge of slumber, her tranquility was interrupted by a call she remembered from Flora earlier.

“Miss Holt called this afternoon and mentioned that Harrison is scheduled for a second surgery. Waylen, I want to visit him.” Waylen didn’t oppose the idea. While it was true that Harrison loved Rena, he had also saved her life.

Though Waylen wished to accompany her, Rena declined. Nestling against his neck, she whispered softly, “You have a busy schedule. I can ask Wendy to accompany me. Moreover, I have bodyguards for protection.”

Rena was an adult and didn’t need to be confined at home due to an accident.

So, Waylen consented. The next day, Rena arranged to visit Harrison with Flora.

Observing Rena’s improved condition, Flora sighed in relief. She spoke with enthusiasm.

“Though Harrison’s face was disfigured, Mr. Fowler has employed a foreign expert for him. It’s expected his face can be restored to about seventy or eighty percent.”

Rena remained silent.

Even if his face could recover to that extent, it would be challenging for him to return to his acting career.

Flora patted Rena gently and commented, “His aspirations go beyond acting, actually.”

Lips. Wendy

socializing, Aline appeared to have established a close rapport with Nora Moore, Harrison’s mother. The anxious mother

in Rena’s ear, “I don’t believe her

wasn’t concerned about Aline’s interactions with the Moore family,

hatched a

remarked, “You’ve come up with quite a clever plan. No wonder Mr. Fowler

replied with a

observing Rena’s apparent obliviousness, relaxed

the unfortunate events that befell Rena and Harrison. And she was unbothered by it; after all. Rena was unaware of the truth,

seemed that Nora trusted her. A hint of discomfort lingered in the air as Nora met Rena’s gaze. After all, her son’s disfigurement was

took the opportunity to visit Harrison. This was their first meeting since the

himself in a quandary, his feelings for Rena a mix of affection and

she had to

the room

received plenty of fruits and tonics. This is homemade meat porridge. It’s a favorite at home, especially among

tone carried warmth, Rena also subtly emphasized her

gratitude evident in her

“Rena, you’re so considerate.

Nora to take her place and said, “Mrs. Moore, please

him. Observing his improved appetite, she commented, “This porridge is delicious. If I could be so good at

it daily and have the driver deliver

unnecessary to trouble Rena, particularly due to her pregnancy and noble

gratitude

occasions. Bandages obscured his features, leaving only his eyes visible. Silent and subdued, he

prepared to leave, he said softly, “I don’t regret it.” Positioned by the door, Rena felt a pang of sadness wash over

be loved but unable to reciprocate was a weighty burden. Especially considering this young

“I’ll visit you again in a few

Meanwhile, Flora remained behind.

edge of Harrison’s bed. Bold as ever, she

was here? But today, I’ll be forthright. Even if Rena divorces, she

Harrison understood it well.

“That’s

to visit him. Although Waylen has compensated

continued, “Miss Hanson is warm-hearted too.” After a moment, she got to the

implication, covering her

Furthermore, she’s still single, and she once pursued Harrison ardently.

aback. Had Aline pursued Harrison? She doubted it and queried Harrison, “Is

card she had given

Nora

brought and raged, “I thought she seemed decent. Who could have known she’s so shameless?

approve of his mother’s interaction with

had to maintain

severed the connection between

“Thank

equally compassionate. Bending down, she whispered, “It was Rena’s idea! She recognized

Harrison clenched his

and said softly, “In truth, she’s concerned for you, but she’s a married woman and can’t be here all the time.

Harrison nodded in agreement.

“If I were

her departure carrying an alluring aura. Exiting

of

just as

Rena stirred it gently and

in about Harrison’s accident. Aline’s character doesn’t really matter. But if Aline tries to seduce her son, as

Rena for her

mustered a forced

to act covertly. It was highly likely that Aline was behind the

from Aline’s machinations, Rena discreetly stationed several undercover bodyguards to watch over

subordinates for this purpose, he was

She expected his jealousy, yet to

couldn’t shake the feeling that

he returned

to the children and wrapping up his affairs, his passion flared, and they

always been dominant in their

cradling her, he gently pinched her soft

How audacious!

ardor peaked in his

murmured, “Men are often jealous, Rena. But please, don’t always sadden

against

death together, their

certain matters he hadn’t disclosed to her, and Rena didn’t find it pressing for him

tracing his handsome face, and said softly, “Waylen, we’ve been together for so long, and you still

a depth of emotion. As her

for you persist, jealousy will always find a place within

had a feeling that he had regained his memory,

somewhat fond of being flirtatious with each

was pregnant with their third child now, she still liked the romance and chemistry between them.

the cool weather was suitable for

Waylen talked

You

stroked Rena’s

brother, Waylen thought that their father, Korbyn, was right. If Mark couldn’t make

week later, Nora called

spoke in a very low voice, but it did

inform you that Harrison’s operation has been very successful. I

at home. The children were

was snowing pretty heavily, so classes were

holding onto

wanted a

my life. It’s the least I could do. He still needs to undergo

couldn’t help choking up a little. Her feelings for Rena

Miss Holt to remind me

up with Nora, Rena focused on making fruit tea for

baby

at the little

sofa, stroked Edwin’s hair, and replied, “Maybe the baby will look like

Marcus both looked

child would inherit the Fowler family’s genes

mother was beautiful,

felt that her baby would have excellent traits no matter what, but she didn’t want to tell Waylen that because he

play

She asked one of the servants to watch over them. After the kids *

was sunny

said he would make

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