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.”

smile played on Rena’s Lips. Wendy ushered

mother. The

this, Flora frowned. She whispered in Rena’s ear, “I don’t believe

knew Aline had likely anticipated her visit and disgusted her on purpose. While Rena wasn’t concerned about Aline’s interactions with the Moore family, she regarded Aline as a potential

and hatched a plan. Approaching Flora, she whispered her

with quite a clever plan. No wonder Mr. Fowler remains

replied with a

observing Rena’s apparent obliviousness, relaxed

she was unbothered by it; after all. Rena was unaware of the truth, and Nora had shared family secrets

in the air as Nora met

Harrison. This was their first meeting since the incident, imbuing

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

Rena knew she had

the

fruits and tonics. This is homemade meat porridge. It’s a favorite

tone carried warmth, Rena also subtly emphasized her maternal

gratitude evident

“Rena, you’re so considerate.

her

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

suggested, “I could prepare it daily and

unnecessary to trouble Rena, particularly due to her pregnancy and

recognized Rena’s offer as a gesture of gratitude to her

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

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

reciprocate was a weighty burden. Especially considering this young man’s connection to

visit you again

Meanwhile, Flora remained behind.

perched on the edge of Harrison’s bed. Bold as

always hoping for Rena to visit? Why didn’t you say anything when she was here? But today, I’ll be forthright. Even if Rena divorces, she won’t be with you. Consider

Harrison understood it well.

“That’s

after Rena came to visit him. Although Waylen has compensated us generously, that’s not

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

understood the implication, covering her mouth as she

pursued Harrison ardently. Despite

was taken aback. Had Aline pursued Harrison? She doubted it

business card she had given

silence, Nora erupted

could have known she’s so shameless? She’s been involved with so many men.

didn’t approve of his mother’s

situation, he had to maintain an appearance

effectively severed the connection between his mother and Aline, which

“Thank you, Miss

“It was

Harrison clenched

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

Harrison nodded in agreement.

playfully and teased, “If I were single, I’d rescue you

left, her departure carrying an alluring aura. Exiting

sip of coffee,

just as you predicted. Nora

Rena

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

praised Rena for her

a

Rena to act covertly. It was highly likely that Aline was behind the harm of her and Harrison.

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

subordinates for this purpose, he

hospital arrangement. She expected his jealousy, yet to her surprise, he merely smiled and said, “I’UL

casually, Rena couldn’t shake the feeling

to form, he returned

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

had always been dominant in their

gently pinched her soft face

How audacious!

ardor peaked

“Men are

against his

death together, their relationship

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

softly, “Waylen, we’ve been together for so long, and you still get

gaze held a depth of emotion. As her

feelings for you persist, jealousy will always find a place within

had a feeling that he had regained his memory, but he

fond of being

Rena had been married to Waylen for a few years and was pregnant with their third child now, she still liked the romance and chemistry between them. Who could resist

night, and the cool weather

and Waylen talked about Cecilia’s

year older soon. You know,

gently stroked Rena’s

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

week later, Nora

in a very low voice, but it did nothing to

just calling to inform you that Harrison’s operation has been very successful. I really can’t thank you and Mr.

at home. The children were

snowing pretty heavily, so classes were suspended. Cecilia

was holding onto Rena’s leg and carefully stroking her

a

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 take care

a little.

you for asking Miss Holt to remind

focused on making fruit tea for

asked in a soft voice, “Will the baby look as pretty

looked at the little boy with doting

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

Marcus both looked

thought that maybe her third child would inherit the Fowler

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

went out to play in

the kids. She asked one of the servants to watch over them. After the kids * playtime, Rena made them some ginger tea to

was sunny at

a business trip and said he would make it back in

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