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.”

Rena’s Lips. Wendy ushered then

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

“I don’t believe her

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

hatched a plan. Approaching Flora, she whispered

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

replied with a

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

Rena and Harrison. And she was unbothered by it; after

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

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

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

Rena knew she had to

a lunchbox, filling the room with

is homemade meat porridge. It’s a favorite at

tone carried warmth, Rena also subtly emphasized her maternal

gratitude evident

“Rena, you’re so considerate.

take her

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

it daily and have

was unnecessary to trouble Rena, particularly

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

Harrison on subsequent occasions. Bandages obscured his features, leaving only his eyes visible. Silent

it.” Positioned by the door, Rena felt

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

said, “I’ll visit you again in a few days After departing, Aline

Meanwhile, Flora remained behind.

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

But today, I’ll be forthright. Even if Rena

Harrison understood it well.

replied softly, “That’s

after Rena came to

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

understood the implication, covering her mouth as she

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

She doubted it and queried Harrison, “Is

she had given him earlier,

Nora

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

approve of his mother’s

had to maintain an appearance of

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

whispered, “Thank

Bending down, she whispered, “It was Rena’s idea! She recognized your

this, Harrison clenched

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.

ruffled his hair playfully and teased, “If I were single, I’d rescue you

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

a sip of coffee, Flora

as you predicted. Nora is cutting

Rena stirred it gently and

doesn’t really matter. But if

Rena for

a forced

It was highly likely that Aline was behind the harm of her and Harrison. Rena couldn’t

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

for this purpose, he

her hospital arrangement. She expected his jealousy, yet to her surprise, he merely smiled and

casually, Rena couldn’t shake

to form, he returned

the children and wrapping up his affairs,

had always been dominant in

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

How audacious!

ardor peaked in his

lightly nibbled on her delicate neck and murmured, “Men

leaned against

through life and death together, their

matters he hadn’t disclosed to her, and Rena

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

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

for you persist, jealousy

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

and women were somewhat fond

married 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

late at night, and the cool weather was suitable for lying down and

Rena and Waylen talked about

be one year older soon. You know, Waylen, I’ve always wished

stroked Rena’s face. He

brother, Waylen thought that their father, Korbyn, was right. If

week later,

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

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

at home. The

was snowing pretty heavily, so classes were suspended.

onto

a sibling,

and gently ran her fingers through his hair. She said to Nora, “Harrison saved my life. It’s the least I could do. He still needs to undergo a few more procedures. Please take care

little. Her

Miss Holt to remind

hanging up with Nora, Rena focused on making fruit

in a soft voice, “Will the baby look

at the little boy with

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

and Marcus both looked

would inherit the Fowler family’s genes this

mother was beautiful,

and kissed Edwin on the forehead, She felt that her baby would have excellent traits no matter what, but she didn’t want to tell Waylen that

to play in the snow

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

sunny

business trip and said he would

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