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 ushered then in

Aline appeared to have established a close rapport with Nora Moore, Harrison’s mother. The anxious mother wiped her tears intermittently, the bond between

Rena’s ear, “I don’t believe her intentions are sincere!” Rena was aware of

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

and hatched a plan. Approaching Flora, she whispered

Flora chuckled and remarked, “You’ve come up with quite a clever plan. No wonder Mr. Fowler remains captivated by

replied with a

observing Rena’s apparent obliviousness, relaxed her guard.

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

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

Rena took the opportunity to visit Harrison. This was their first meeting since the incident, imbuing the situation with

in a quandary, his feelings for Rena

Harrison’s sentiments, Rena knew she had to

a lunchbox, filling the

smile, Rena said, “You’ve received plenty of fruits and tonics. This is homemade meat

Rena also

gratitude

“Rena, you’re so considerate.

Nora to take her place

and began to feed him. Observing his improved appetite, she commented, “This porridge is delicious. If I could be

prepare it daily and have the driver deliver it

to trouble Rena, particularly due to her pregnancy

as a gesture of gratitude to

features, leaving only his eyes visible. Silent and

he said softly, “I don’t regret it.” Positioned by the door,

loved but unable to reciprocate was a weighty burden. Especially considering this young man’s

“I’ll visit you again in a few days

Meanwhile, Flora remained behind.

eyes, she perched on the edge of Harrison’s bed. Bold

to visit? Why 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

said, “I feel much better after Rena came to visit him. Although Waylen

a sigh, she continued, “Miss Hanson is warm-hearted too.” After

implication, covering her mouth as

still single, and she once pursued Harrison ardently. Despite her being older than him, they might

pursued Harrison? She doubted it and queried Harrison,

business card she had given him earlier, Harrison remained

his silence, Nora erupted

items Aline had brought and raged, “I thought she seemed decent. Who could have known she’s so shameless? She’s been involved with so many

his mother’s interaction with

the recent situation, he had to maintain

severed the connection between his mother

“Thank you,

“It was Rena’s idea! She recognized your unease

this, Harrison

you, but she’s a married woman and can’t be here all the time.

Harrison nodded in agreement.

I were single, I’d rescue

aura. Exiting the hospital, Flora headed to a café. Rena was already waiting for

of

your plan. It worked just as you predicted. Nora is cutting

drink coffee herself, Rena stirred it gently

find someone to confide in about Harrison’s accident. Aline’s character doesn’t really matter. But if Aline

praised Rena for

a

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. Rena

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

subordinates for this purpose, he was

jealousy, yet to her surprise, he merely smiled and

he acted casually, Rena couldn’t shake the feeling that something

to form, he returned from

tended to the children and wrapping up his affairs,

had always been dominant

her soft face and playfully

How audacious!

ardor peaked in

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

leaned against his

life and death

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

tracing his handsome face, and said softly,

gaze held a depth of emotion. As her fingertip brushed his lips, he

as my feelings for you persist, jealousy will always find

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

men and women were somewhat fond of being

and was pregnant with their third child now,

cool weather was suitable

and Waylen talked about Cecilia’s

one year older soon. You know, Waylen, I’ve always wished my uncle happiness, but it’s just

dark, Waylen gently stroked Rena’s face. He didn’t

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

later,

low voice, but it

calling to inform you that Harrison’s operation has been very

was making fruit tea at home. The children were all around

snowing pretty heavily, so classes were

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

a sibling,

Edwin and gently ran her fingers through his hair. She said to Nora, “Harrison saved my life.

little. Her feelings for Rena

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

hanging up with Nora, Rena focused on making

“Will the baby

at the little boy with

hair, and replied, “Maybe the baby will look like

and Marcus both

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

thought his mother

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

play in the

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

sunny

said he would make it back in

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