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.”

Wendy ushered

close rapport with Nora Moore, Harrison’s mother. The anxious

frowned. She whispered in Rena’s ear, “I don’t believe her intentions are sincere!” Rena was aware

and disgusted her on purpose. While Rena wasn’t concerned

and hatched a plan. Approaching Flora, she whispered

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

replied with

observing Rena’s apparent obliviousness, relaxed her guard. She acknowledged

unfortunate events that befell Rena and Harrison. And she was unbothered by it;

trusted her. A hint of discomfort lingered in the air as Nora met Rena’s gaze. After

few exchanged words, Rena took the opportunity to visit Harrison. This was their first meeting since the incident,

feelings for Rena a mix of affection

knew she

the

is homemade meat porridge. It’s a favorite at home, especially among

carried warmth, Rena also subtly

demeanor softened, gratitude evident

“Rena, you’re so considerate.

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

appetite had diminished recently, leaving Krista worried. Eagerly, she took the spoon and began to feed him. Observing his improved appetite, she commented, “This porridge is delicious. If

it daily and have the driver

unnecessary to trouble Rena, particularly due to

as a gesture of gratitude to

subsequent occasions. Bandages obscured his features, leaving only his eyes visible. Silent

to leave, he said softly, “I don’t regret it.” Positioned by

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

said, “I’ll visit you again in a few days After departing, Aline followed

Meanwhile, Flora remained behind.

perched on the edge of Harrison’s

here? But today, I’ll be forthright. Even if Rena divorces, she won’t be

Harrison understood it well.

replied softly, “That’s not what I

feel much better after Rena came to visit him. Although Waylen has compensated

warm-hearted too.” After a moment, she

implication, covering her mouth as

Harrison ardently. Despite her being older than him, they might be a perfect

pursued Harrison? She doubted it

she had

Nora erupted in

raged, “I thought she seemed decent. Who could have known she’s so shameless? She’s been involved with so many men. How

his mother’s interaction

he had to

the connection between his mother and Aline, which

whispered, “Thank

down, she whispered, “It was Rena’s idea! She recognized your unease

this, Harrison clenched his

woman and can’t be here all the time. You can understand her predicament, can’t you?

Harrison nodded in agreement.

his hair playfully and teased, “If I were single,

and left, her departure carrying an alluring aura. Exiting the hospital, Flora headed to a café. Rena was already waiting

of coffee, Flora

plan. It worked just as you predicted. Nora is

drink coffee herself, Rena stirred

doesn’t really matter. But if Aline tries to seduce

for her

a forced

highly likely that Aline was behind the harm of her

Rena discreetly stationed several undercover bodyguards

subordinates for this

called Rena to inquire. She detailed her hospital arrangement. She expected his jealousy, yet to her

he acted casually, Rena couldn’t shake

form, he returned

wrapping up his affairs,

been dominant in their

cradling her, he gently pinched her soft face and playfully

How audacious!

peaked in his

on her delicate neck and murmured, “Men are often jealous,

leaned against

through life and death

were certain matters he hadn’t disclosed to her, and Rena didn’t find

said softly, “Waylen,

held a depth of emotion. As her fingertip

for you persist, jealousy will

had regained his memory, but he didn’t tell her. He was determined

women were somewhat fond of

with their third child now, she still liked the romance and

late at night, and the cool weather

and Waylen talked about Cecilia’s

Rena whispered, “Cecilia will be one year older soon. You know, Waylen,

dark, Waylen gently stroked Rena’s face.

father, Korbyn, was right. If Mark couldn’t make Cecilia happy, then no

week later,

a very low voice, but it did

inform you that Harrison’s operation has

making fruit tea at home. The children were all around

were suspended. Cecilia had also come with

was holding onto Rena’s leg

a sibling,

Edwin and gently ran her fingers through his hair. She said to Nora, “Harrison saved my life. It’s the least I could do. He still needs to undergo a few more procedures. Please

help choking up a little. Her feelings for Rena were

then said, “Thank you for asking Miss Holt

with Nora, Rena focused on making fruit tea

soft voice, “Will the baby

at the little

on the sofa, stroked Edwin’s hair, and replied, “Maybe the baby

Marcus both looked like

maybe her third child would inherit the Fowler family’s

his mother

Rena smiled and kissed Edwin on the forehead, She felt that her baby would have excellent traits no matter what, but she didn’t want to tell Waylen that because he would definitely be

to play in the snow and

of the servants to watch over them. After the kids * playtime, Rena

was sunny

business trip and said he

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