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

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

She whispered in Rena’s ear, “I don’t believe her intentions

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

hatched a plan. Approaching

Flora chuckled and remarked, “You’ve come up with quite a clever

replied with a faint

apparent obliviousness, relaxed

by it; after

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

the opportunity to visit Harrison. This was their first meeting

himself in a quandary, his feelings for Rena a

Rena knew she had to draw a

the room with a

“You’ve received plenty of fruits and tonics. This is homemade meat porridge. It’s a favorite

carried warmth, Rena also subtly emphasized her maternal

gratitude evident in her

“Rena, you’re so considerate.

her place and said, “Mrs. Moore, please feed

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

smiled gently and suggested, “I could prepare it daily and have the

unnecessary to trouble Rena, particularly due

recognized Rena’s offer as a gesture of gratitude to her

features, leaving only

Rena prepared to leave, he said softly, “I don’t regret it.” Positioned

be loved but unable to reciprocate was a weighty burden.

visit you again in a few days After departing, Aline

Meanwhile, Flora remained behind.

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

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

Harrison understood it well.

“That’s

“I feel much better after Rena came to visit him. Although Waylen has compensated us generously,

is warm-hearted too.” After a moment, she got to

the implication, covering

Harrison ardently. Despite her being older

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

had given

silence, Nora erupted in

raged, “I thought she seemed decent. Who could have known she’s so shameless? She’s been involved with so many men. How dare she entangle

approve of his mother’s interaction with

situation, he had to

the connection between his mother and Aline,

“Thank

was equally compassionate. Bending down, she whispered, “It was Rena’s idea! She recognized your unease around

this, Harrison

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

Harrison nodded in agreement.

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

her departure carrying an alluring aura. Exiting the hospital, Flora headed to a café. Rena was

sip of

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

drink coffee herself, Rena

Aline’s character doesn’t really matter. But if Aline tries

for

mustered a

covertly. It was highly likely that Aline was behind the harm of

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

Waylen’s subordinates for this purpose, he was quickly

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

couldn’t shake the feeling

form, he returned

up his affairs, his passion flared, and they became intimately

always been

her, he gently pinched her soft face and

How audacious!

peaked in his

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

against

and death together, their relationship had

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

face, and said softly, “Waylen, we’ve been together for so

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

as my feelings for you persist, jealousy will always

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

were somewhat fond of being flirtatious

had been married to Waylen for a few years and was pregnant with their third child now, she still liked the romance and

late at night, and the cool weather was suitable

and Waylen talked

older soon. You

stroked Rena’s face. He

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

week later, Nora

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

Rena. I’m just calling to inform you that Harrison’s operation has been very successful. I really

was making fruit tea at home.

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

holding onto Rena’s leg and carefully stroking her

a

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

help choking up a little. Her feelings for

Miss Holt to remind me about Aline.”

focused on making fruit tea for the

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

little boy with doting

sofa, stroked Edwin’s hair, and replied, “Maybe the baby will look like your

Marcus both looked like

that maybe her third child would inherit the

his mother was beautiful,

smiled and kissed Edwin on the forehead, She felt that her baby would have excellent traits no matter what,

children went out to play in the snow

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

was sunny at

trip and said he would make it

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