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

appeared to have established a close rapport with Nora Moore, Harrison’s mother. The

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

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

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

up with quite a clever plan. No

with a faint

Rena’s apparent obliviousness, relaxed her guard. She

events that befell Rena and Harrison. And she was unbothered by it; after all.

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

Rena took the opportunity to visit Harrison. This was their first meeting

a quandary, his feelings for Rena a mix of affection and

Rena knew she had to draw a

a lunchbox, filling the room with a

received plenty of fruits and tonics. This is homemade

tone carried warmth, Rena also subtly emphasized her maternal

demeanor softened, gratitude evident in

“Rena, you’re so considerate.

Rena gestured for Nora to take her place and said, “Mrs. Moore,

worried. Eagerly, she took the spoon and began to feed him. Observing his improved appetite, she commented, “This porridge

“I could prepare it daily and have the driver

trouble Rena, particularly due

gesture of gratitude

features, leaving only his eyes

said softly, “I don’t regret it.” Positioned

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

visit you again in a few days After departing, Aline

Meanwhile, Flora remained behind.

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

was here? But today, I’ll be forthright. Even if Rena divorces, she won’t be with you.

Harrison understood it well.

“That’s

came to visit him. Although Waylen

“Miss Hanson is warm-hearted

covering her

is indeed excellent. Furthermore, she’s still single, and she once pursued Harrison ardently. Despite her being older than him,

Aline pursued Harrison? She doubted it and queried

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

Nora erupted

the 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 men. How

approve of his mother’s

had to maintain an appearance of

effectively severed the connection between

“Thank you,

compassionate. Bending down, she whispered, “It was

this, Harrison clenched his

she’s a married woman and can’t be here all the time. You can understand her predicament, can’t

Harrison nodded in agreement.

and teased, “If I were single, I’d rescue you from

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

of coffee, Flora

plan. It worked just as you predicted.

herself, Rena stirred it

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

Rena for

mustered a forced

Flora, forcing Rena to act covertly. It was highly likely that Aline

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

this purpose, he was

expected his jealousy, yet to her surprise, he merely

casually, Rena couldn’t shake the feeling

returned

up

had always been dominant in their

he gently pinched her soft face and playfully remarked, “Rena,

How audacious!

peaked in his

neck and murmured, “Men are often jealous,

against his

going through life and death together,

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

fingers, tracing his handsome face, and said softly, “Waylen, we’ve been

a depth of emotion. As her fingertip brushed his

for you persist, jealousy will

She had a feeling that he had regained his memory, but he didn’t tell her. He was determined to surprise

men and women were somewhat fond of being flirtatious with

a few years and was pregnant with their third child now, she still liked the romance and chemistry between

night, and the cool weather was suitable for lying down

Waylen talked about Cecilia’s

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

dark, Waylen gently stroked

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

week later,

spoke in a very low voice, but it did nothing

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

making fruit tea at home. The children were all

classes were suspended.

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

a sibling,

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

help choking up a little. Her feelings for Rena were

for asking Miss Holt to remind me about Aline.”

with Nora, Rena focused on making fruit

in a soft voice, “Will the baby look as pretty

the little boy with doting

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

both looked like

would inherit the Fowler

mother was

her baby would have excellent traits no matter what,

to play in the snow

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

sunny

on a business trip and said he would

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