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.”

forced smile played on Rena’s Lips. Wendy ushered then in and

a close rapport with Nora Moore, Harrison’s mother. The

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

While Rena wasn’t concerned about Aline’s interactions with the

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

remarked, “You’ve come up with quite a clever plan. No wonder

replied with a

obliviousness, relaxed her

unbothered by it; after all. Rena was unaware of the truth, and Nora

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

exchanged words, Rena took the opportunity to visit Harrison. This was their

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

she had to draw

filling the room

“You’ve received plenty of fruits and tonics. This is homemade

tone carried warmth, Rena also subtly emphasized her

demeanor softened, gratitude evident in

“Rena, you’re so considerate.

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

him. Observing his improved appetite, she commented, “This porridge is delicious. If I could be so good

“I could prepare it daily and

trouble Rena, particularly due to her pregnancy and noble

recognized Rena’s offer as a gesture of gratitude to her son. Rena didn’t press

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

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

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

“I’ll visit you again

Meanwhile, Flora remained behind.

of Harrison’s bed.

say anything when she was here? But today, I’ll

Harrison understood it well.

replied softly, “That’s not

better after Rena came to visit him. Although Waylen has compensated us

warm-hearted too.” After a moment, she

the implication, covering

she’s still single, and she once pursued Harrison ardently. Despite her being older than him, they might be a perfect

Aline pursued Harrison? She doubted it and

business card she had

his silence, Nora erupted

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

in the recent situation, he had to maintain an appearance of

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

whispered, “Thank

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

Harrison

woman and can’t be here all the time. You can understand her predicament, can’t you? Take care of

Harrison nodded in agreement.

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

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

of

as you

Rena stirred

character doesn’t really matter. But if Aline

Rena for her

a forced

highly likely that Aline was behind the harm of her and Harrison.

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

this purpose, he was

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

couldn’t shake the feeling that

to form, he returned from work as

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

had always been dominant in

her, he gently pinched her soft

How audacious!

ardor peaked in

“Men are often jealous, Rena. But please,

against

and death together, their relationship had grown

her, and Rena didn’t

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

As her fingertip brushed his lips, he playfully nibbled

persist, jealousy

words moved Rena. She had a feeling that he had regained his memory, but he didn’t tell her. He was

women were somewhat fond of being flirtatious with each

their third child now, she still liked the romance and chemistry

and the cool weather was suitable for lying down and

Waylen talked about Cecilia’s

whispered, “Cecilia will be one year older soon. You know,

stroked Rena’s face. He didn’t

right. If Mark couldn’t make Cecilia happy,

later, Nora

spoke in a very low voice, but it did

that Harrison’s operation has been

fruit tea at home. The children were

classes were

Edwin was holding onto Rena’s leg and carefully stroking

a sibling,

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

little.

said, “Thank you for asking Miss Holt

up with Nora, Rena focused on making fruit

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

at the little

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

Marcus both looked

thought that maybe her third child would inherit the

mother was beautiful,

excellent traits no matter what, but she didn’t

play in the snow

for her to take care of the kids. She asked one of the

was sunny

went on a business trip and said he would make it back

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