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 then in and saw Aline

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

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

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

a plan. Approaching Flora, she whispered

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

replied with a faint

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

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

in the air as Nora met Rena’s gaze. After all, her son’s disfigurement was a direct consequence of

opportunity to visit Harrison. This was their first meeting since the

found himself in a quandary, his feelings for Rena a

she had to draw a

brought a lunchbox, filling the

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

tone carried warmth, Rena also

gratitude

“Rena, you’re so considerate.

Nora to take her place and said, “Mrs. Moore, please feed

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

gently and suggested, “I could prepare it

unnecessary to trouble Rena, particularly due

of gratitude to

subsequent occasions. Bandages obscured his features, leaving only

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

but unable to reciprocate was a weighty burden. Especially considering this young man’s connection to Harold as his

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

Meanwhile, Flora remained behind.

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

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,

Harrison understood it well.

softly, “That’s not what I

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

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

the implication, covering her mouth

once pursued Harrison

Had Aline pursued Harrison? She doubted it

Aline’s business card she had given him earlier, Harrison remained

silence, Nora erupted in

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

his mother’s interaction with

the recent situation, he had to

connection between his mother and Aline, which suited Harrison

“Thank

compassionate. Bending down, she whispered, “It was Rena’s

this, Harrison

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 her predicament, can’t you? Take care of yourself.

Harrison nodded in agreement.

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

departure carrying an alluring aura. Exiting the hospital, Flora

of coffee, Flora

followed your plan. It worked just as

herself, Rena stirred it gently

doesn’t really matter. But if Aline tries to seduce her son, as a mother, Nora

praised Rena for her

a forced

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

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

this purpose, he

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

shake the feeling

he returned from work

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

had always been dominant

her soft face and playfully remarked,

How audacious!

peaked in his

lightly nibbled on her delicate neck and murmured, “Men are often

against his

and death together, their relationship

disclosed to her, and Rena didn’t find it pressing for him to reveal

slender fingers, tracing his handsome face, and said softly, “Waylen, we’ve been together for so long,

emotion. As her fingertip brushed his

my feelings for you persist, jealousy will always

his memory, but he didn’t tell her.

and women were somewhat fond of being flirtatious with

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

at night, and the cool weather

and Waylen talked

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

the dark, Waylen gently stroked Rena’s

father, Korbyn, was right.

later,

voice, but it

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

home. The

classes were suspended. Cecilia had also

Edwin was holding onto Rena’s leg and

wanted a

at Edwin and gently ran her fingers through his hair. She said to Nora, “Harrison saved my life. It’s the least I could do.

little. Her feelings for

said, “Thank you for asking Miss Holt to

up with Nora, Rena focused on making fruit tea

the baby look as pretty as

looked at the little boy with

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

Marcus both looked

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

thought his mother was

on the forehead, She felt that her baby would have excellent traits no matter what, but she didn’t

went out to play in the

of the kids. She asked one of the servants to watch over

was sunny

business trip and said he

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