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.”

on Rena’s Lips. Wendy ushered then in and saw Aline

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

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

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

hatched a plan.

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

replied with a faint

relaxed her guard.

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

the air as Nora met Rena’s gaze. After all, her son’s disfigurement was

opportunity to visit Harrison. This

quandary, his feelings for Rena a mix

Rena knew she had

brought a lunchbox, filling the room

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

carried warmth, Rena also subtly emphasized

softened, gratitude evident

“Rena, you’re so considerate.

her place and said, “Mrs. Moore, please

took the spoon and began to feed him. Observing his improved appetite, she

“I could prepare it

it was unnecessary to trouble Rena, particularly due to her pregnancy and noble

offer as a gesture of gratitude

leaving only

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

reciprocate was a weighty burden. Especially

you again in a few days

Meanwhile, Flora remained behind.

she perched on the edge of

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.

replied softly, “That’s

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

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

covering her

pursued Harrison ardently. Despite her being older than him,

aback. Had Aline pursued Harrison? She doubted it and queried Harrison, “Is that

Aline’s business card she had given him

his silence, Nora erupted in

raged, “I thought she seemed decent. Who could have known she’s

approve of his mother’s interaction

in the recent situation, he had to maintain an

connection between his mother and Aline, which suited

whispered, “Thank you, Miss

she whispered, “It was

this, Harrison clenched

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. Don’t

Harrison nodded in agreement.

hair playfully and teased, “If I

her departure carrying an alluring aura. Exiting the hospital, Flora headed

of

as you

drink coffee herself, Rena stirred it gently

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

praised Rena for her

mustered a forced

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 his

by the need to shield Harrison from Aline’s machinations, Rena discreetly stationed several undercover bodyguards to watch

subordinates for this purpose, he was

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

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

he returned from

tended to the children and wrapping up his affairs,

been dominant in

her soft face and playfully remarked, “Rena,

How audacious!

peaked

and murmured, “Men are often jealous, Rena. But please,

against his

life and death together, their relationship had grown

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, and you

As her fingertip brushed his lips, he playfully nibbled on

long as my feelings for you persist, jealousy

regained his memory, but

fond of

pregnant with their third child now, she still liked the

was late at night, and the cool weather was suitable

Rena and Waylen

Rena whispered, “Cecilia will be one year older soon. You know, Waylen, I’ve always wished my

stroked Rena’s face. He

was right. If Mark couldn’t make Cecilia happy, then no

later,

in a very low voice, but it did nothing to mask

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

making fruit tea at home. The children were all

snowing pretty heavily, so classes were suspended. Cecilia had also come with

Edwin was holding onto

wanted a

said to Nora, “Harrison saved my life.

help choking up a little. Her feelings for Rena

for asking Miss Holt to remind me

focused on

voice, “Will the baby look as pretty as Alexis when it’s

little boy with

and replied, “Maybe the baby will look like

both

would inherit the Fowler family’s

thought his mother

would have excellent traits no matter what,

children went out to play in

her to take care of the kids. She asked one of the servants to watch over them. After the kids * playtime, Rena

was sunny at

said he

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