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.”

forced smile played on Rena’s Lips. Wendy ushered then in and saw Aline already

Harrison’s mother. The anxious mother wiped her tears intermittently, the

don’t believe her intentions are sincere!” Rena

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

lowered her eyes and hatched a plan. Approaching Flora, she whispered her

remarked, “You’ve come up with quite a clever

with

Rena’s apparent obliviousness, relaxed

befell Rena and Harrison. And she was unbothered by it; after all. Rena was unaware of

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

Harrison. This was their first meeting since

himself in a quandary, his feelings for Rena a

knew she

lunchbox, filling the room with a delectable

a smile, Rena said, “You’ve received plenty of fruits and tonics. This is homemade meat porridge. It’s a favorite at home, especially among the children, especially

her tone carried warmth, Rena also

gratitude evident

“Rena, you’re so considerate.

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

improved appetite, she commented, “This porridge is delicious. If I could be so good at cooking, he’d surely

gently and suggested, “I could prepare it daily and have

trouble Rena,

a gesture of gratitude to her son. Rena didn’t

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

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

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

Rena said, “I’ll visit you again in a

Meanwhile, Flora remained behind.

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

didn’t you say anything when she was here? But today, I’ll be forthright. Even if Rena divorces, she

Harrison understood it well.

“That’s not what

to Flora, Nora said, “I feel much better after Rena came to visit him. Although Waylen has compensated us generously, that’s not what

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

understood the implication, covering

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

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

business card she had given him earlier, Harrison remained

his silence, Nora erupted in

have known she’s so shameless? She’s been involved with so many men. How dare she entangle herself with

of his mother’s interaction

had to

the connection between his mother and Aline, which

whispered, “Thank you,

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

this, Harrison

a married woman and can’t be here all

Harrison nodded in agreement.

teased, “If I were single, I’d rescue

carrying an alluring aura. Exiting the hospital, Flora headed to

a sip of

followed your plan. It worked just as you predicted.

herself, Rena

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

praised Rena for her meticulous

a forced

things couldn’t be shared with Flora, forcing Rena to act covertly. It was highly likely that Aline was behind the harm of her and Harrison.

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

subordinates for this purpose, he

to inquire. She detailed her hospital arrangement. She expected his jealousy, yet to her surprise, he merely smiled and

acted casually, Rena couldn’t shake the

form, he returned from

after he tended to the children and wrapping up his

had always been dominant

her soft face and playfully remarked,

How audacious!

ardor peaked in

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

leaned against his

going through life and death together,

her, and Rena didn’t find

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

a depth of emotion. As her fingertip brushed his lips, he playfully nibbled on

long as my feelings for you persist,

words moved Rena. She had a feeling that he had regained his memory, but he didn’t tell

were somewhat fond of being

been married to Waylen for a few years and was pregnant with their third child now,

was late at night, and the cool

and Waylen

be one year older soon. You know,

stroked Rena’s face. He

right.

week later,

low voice, but it did nothing to mask her

operation has been

at home.

snowing pretty heavily, so classes were

this time, Edwin was holding onto Rena’s leg and carefully stroking

wanted a

said to Nora, “Harrison saved my life. It’s the least

little. Her feelings for Rena

then said, “Thank you for asking Miss Holt to remind me

Rena focused on making fruit tea for

in a soft voice, “Will the baby look

at the little

sat on the sofa, stroked Edwin’s hair, and

Marcus both looked like

that maybe her third child would inherit the Fowler family’s genes

mother was beautiful,

baby would have excellent traits no matter what, but she didn’t want

to play in the snow and build

so it was inconvenient for her to take care of the kids. She asked one of the servants to

sunny at

and said he would

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