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

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

ear, “I don’t believe her intentions are sincere!” Rena

likely anticipated her visit and disgusted her on purpose. While Rena wasn’t concerned about

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

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

replied with a faint

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

it; after all. Rena was unaware of the truth, and Nora had

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

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

in a quandary, his feelings for

sentiments, Rena knew she had

a lunchbox, filling the

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

carried warmth, Rena also

softened, gratitude evident

“Rena, you’re so considerate.

gestured for Nora to take her

him. Observing his improved appetite, she commented, “This porridge is delicious. If

suggested, “I could prepare it daily

felt it was unnecessary to trouble Rena, particularly due

offer as a gesture of gratitude to her son. Rena

obscured his features, leaving only his

it.” Positioned by the door, Rena felt a pang of sadness wash over

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

a soft sigh, Rena said, “I’ll visit you again in a few days

Meanwhile, Flora remained behind.

perched on the edge of Harrison’s bed.

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.

Harrison understood it well.

softly, “That’s not

after Rena came to visit him. Although Waylen has compensated

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

implication, covering her mouth as

is indeed excellent. Furthermore, she’s still single, and she once pursued Harrison

Harrison? She doubted it and queried Harrison,

business card she had

silence, Nora

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

didn’t approve of his mother’s interaction with

situation, he had to maintain an appearance of

words had effectively severed the connection between his mother and Aline,

whispered, “Thank you,

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

Harrison clenched his

for you, but she’s a married woman and can’t be here all the time. You can understand her predicament, can’t you? Take care of

Harrison nodded in agreement.

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

Exiting the hospital, Flora

of

your plan. It worked just as you predicted. Nora

drink coffee herself, Rena

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

mustered a

shared with Flora, forcing Rena to act covertly. It was highly likely that Aline was behind the harm of her

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

this purpose, he was

her hospital arrangement. She expected his jealousy, yet to

couldn’t shake the feeling

returned

wrapping up his affairs, his passion flared,

always been dominant in

pinched her soft face and playfully remarked, “Rena, tonight, I’ll follow

How audacious!

ardor peaked in

delicate neck and murmured, “Men

against

death together,

her, and Rena didn’t find

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

gaze held a depth of emotion. As her fingertip

as my feelings for you persist, jealousy will

regained his memory, but

fond of being

few years and was pregnant with their third child now,

and the cool weather was suitable for lying

and Waylen talked

head on Waylen’s shoulder, Rena whispered, “Cecilia will be one year older soon. You know, Waylen, I’ve always wished my uncle happiness, but it’s just too

the dark, Waylen gently stroked

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

week later, Nora

voice, but it did

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

tea at home. The

heavily, so classes were

Edwin was holding onto Rena’s leg

wanted a

hair. She said to Nora, “Harrison saved my life. It’s the least I could do.

choking up a little. Her

Miss

Rena focused on making fruit tea for

soft voice, “Will the baby look as pretty as Alexis

the little boy with

Edwin’s hair, and replied,

both

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

mother was

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

play

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

sunny

business trip and said he would

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