Unbeknownst to Rena, Waylen embarked on a journey to Czanch, his footsteps guided by a purpose hidden in the depths of his heart.

Rena remained in blissful ignorance, the tapestry of her own day woven with the threads of routine.

The private plane touched down gracefully at the stroke of ten, like a phantom of the skies. Waylen’s arrival at the Evans family’ residence was well-timed, shortly before noon, leaving the mansion’s butler utterly surprised by the unexpected guest, Rushing to the grand hall, he announced with urgency, “Mrs. Zoey Evans, Mr, Waylen Fowler has arrived,”

Zoey’s heart raced with curiosity.

“What brings him here today?”

Her unease was rooted in the unresolved tension between their families. Mark, her son, and Waylen’s sister Cecilia had a tangled history that led to the birth of a child. For years, Mark hadn’t given Cecilia a home, and Zoey feared Waylen’s presence might ignite a storm of anger.

The butler hesitated, and then cautiously replied, “He appears troubled.” Zoey’s concern deepened.

At that very moment, Waylen entered, his demeanor unusually deferential, which only served to bewilder Zoey further.

Without delay, he extended his arm to escort Zoey to her room, away from prying eyes. He confided with a faint smile dancing on his lips, “I have something to share with you, in private

Zoey’s playful retort didn’t mask her relief.

“Waylen, what’s with all the secrecy?”

Waylen’s enigmatic smile remained.

When they arrived at the room, he unveiled an aged photograph on the table.

As Zoey donned her reading glasses to study it, she marveled, “This is an old picture of me. How did you manage to find this?”

When she flipped the photo over, her questions dissipated, replaced by a subtle shift in her expression.

Her eyes welled with a complex mix of melancholy and longing for days long gone by.

In fading ink, the reverse side of the photograph bore a message that tugged at Zoey’s heartstrings.

“I miss my beloved Zoey.”

Tears glistened in Zoey’s eyes as she recognized the familiar handwriting.

“Waylen, I recognize this handwriting.”

Her voice quivered, but the tears remained in check.

Waylen’s voice was hushed yet filled with a gentle solemnity.

“Jarrod entrusted this to me. He said… His life’s greatest regret was not having the chance to apologize to you.”

Zoey’s fingers caressed the photograph, and a sigh escaped her lips.

“He didn’t need to do that. Waylen, how is he?

For a fleeting moment, silence hung in the air, an unspoken truth. Zoey knew something bad might have happened to Jarrod.

Placing his hand atop Zoey’s, Waylen gently broke the silence.

“Jarrod has passed away. You were the last person in his thoughts.”

The words lingered, a poignant reminder of life’s fragility.

Zoey’s shock was palpable, yet instead of tears, she gently traced the handwritten words on the photograph.

Hy beloved Zoey.

When Zoey was young, she and Jarrod had been an incredible match, Their connection was undeniable, However, fate had other plans. A bitter feud divided their families. Jarrod’s family vehemently opposed his relationship with Zoey, uttering hurtful words, Zoey, known for her fierce spirit, couldn’t tolerate such discord. She made the bold decision to marry into the Evans family just half a year later.

Jarrod, unable to bear the constraints of his family’s disapproval, chose a different path.

He ran away from home and eventually found himself drawn into the world of psychics,

The ambiance in the room was heavy with silence. Zoey sat, her emotions hidden behind a stoic facade.

No tears, no cries – but Waylen understood the storm brewing within her.

In a hushed voice, Waylen began to share snippets of Jarrod’s history and his connection to the Fowler family. Zoey responded with a nonchalant tone, “I thought he had given up on everything. Yet, in the end, he helped my granddaughter.

For hours, Zoey remained in solitude, lost in her thoughts. Waylen stood by her side, offering silent support.

As evening descended, Mark returned home. He was taken aback to learn that Waylen was in the house.

Upon hearing from a servant that Zoey was in low spirits and that Waylen was with her, Mark decided to head straight to Zoey’s bedroom,

He approached the bedroom door, giving it a gentle knock.

Concern laced his voice as he inquired.

“Mom, why have you locked the door?”

The door creaked open, revealing Waylen.

He quietly closed the door behind him and explained, “Mark, your mother needs some time alone.”

Mark felt a sense of unease wash over him.

He took a few steps away from the door but couldn’t contain his curiosity.

“What’s wrong with my mom?”

Waylen paused for a moment, choosing his words carefully.

“An old friend of your mother’s has passed away.”

Mark’s confusion was palpable.

He racked his brain, but the identity of this old friend remained elusive. After all, the families had once been prominent in their own right, but the past was a distant memory now.

Waylen had originally intended to return to Duefron overnight. He missed Rena and the kids.

However, Mark’s insistence kept him back.

“Zoey isn’t feeling well. Having an extra person in the house might help, and she’s very fond of you.”

Waylen consented.

Mark took it upon himself to prepare a few dishes.

The night air was chilly, and Waylen stood alone in the courtyard, dialing Rena’s number to let her know where he was.

Rena’s gentle voice greeted him when she picked up.

“Dinner is ready, Will you be back for it

Waylen, undoing a button on his coat, whispered, “You and the kids should eat first. I’m away on business, and it might be difficult for me to make it back. If you have trouble sleeping, let Alexis sleep with you. She always likes to snuggle up to you the most.”

claimed he was on a business trip, and Rena had no reason to doubt him, She simply wished him well and implored him

Waylen’s heart swelled with longing. He couldn’t

it’s only been a day, but I already

heart did a little

more when Mark interrupted, “You’re with her every day, and now you can’t stand one day without

He joined Mark for a drink

turtleneck, Waylen*s

He looked incredibly handsome.

“When do you plan to give Cecilia

a bittersweet

his promise to Cecilia. Thankfully, danger no longer

women’s innate reserve, Cecilia wasn’t as forward as she used

schedule had always made him unable to

into his glass. Waylen was delighted to

poured a glass

them

had been overcome with grief and barely ate, so Mark took it

at least have a few bites,”

to visit his grave,

head and gazed out of the

“He predicted this ending, yet he chose to go through with it.

Mark nodded.

on the sofa in Zoey’s

along some gifts he’d purchased for

was nearly noon by the time Waylen returned

house. It was none other than Tyrone’s sister, Danna, who happened to be Zack’s wife.

couldn’t help but steal a few extra glances at Danna. She had an

Danna hastily took her

away, Waylen unbuttoned his coat and pretended to be

rather frightened of

shot Waylen

had been gazing at Danna in such a way. It was no

no rush to get

Rena onto his lap

by to speak with

Rena nodded in confirmation.

Zack is

Waylen grinned.

and still into racing. I

spoil you

I know you prefer to be a lawyer. After I

Rena’s words with a tender gesture,

than anything, I want

wife and children with the

had been to become a Lawyer, but now, his entire dream centered around Rena and

with

the company. The weather outside was chilly, so Rena decided to stay indoors. Instead, she called for Ruth to come to the

arriving at the luxurious villa, she was greeted by a

Miss Powell, please go and have a chat with her,” the servant said. Ruth nodded in acknowledgment and was led inside the

mood suddenly shifted the moment she entered the Luxurious villa once

second floor, the servant knocked on the study door and announced, “Mrs. Fowler, Miss

emanated

her in,” she

door opened, revealing the elegantly

a French window, evoking an air of opulence, Just the sight of it made Ruth feel

was seated there, wearing a floral dress, her long brown hair cascading down

mature

in such a light. Yet, at this moment, Ruth didn’t

latter

glad you could make it. Please, have a seat,” Rena

a seat across from Rena

servant and instructed, “Prepare a cup of coffee

sipped her coffee, she still

had a favor to ask of

Aline, but Aline had

a deep breath, Ruth couldn’t contain herself any

prominent individuals, and she constantly makes things difficult for me. During the last event, I nearly found myself in an embarrassing

to cozy up to those influential figures as Aline had

Rena’s company, Ruth aspired to be an upstanding

Ruth’s words, Rena gazed thoughtfully outside the window for a moment. Outside, the snowflakes

and traced a delicate path on

a bit of snow this year,”

a bit puzzled by

tranquil composure, masking her thoughts. She continued in a softer tone, “Even though you work for me now, there’s no reason

Rena didn’t elaborate

are tickets for next

request, Ruth nodded

She

closer and whispered confidentially

hadn’t expected such a bold move from her, Still, Ruth believed that individuals like Aline, who harbored malice in the entertainment industry, were destined to face consequences sooner

a while

car approaching the yard heralded the arrival of joyous

Alexis and Leonel

the peacefully slumbering Marcus, She touched his face with her cold little hand and said,

gentle kiss on his rosy cheek and attempted to

reached over to inspect Marcus’s diaper and proclaimed, “He’s

“Oh, Marcus, you’ve wet yourself again! She looked expectantly at

but gently turned Marcus over, removing his soiled pants and replacing them with fresh ones, In the midst of this, he wiped Marcus’s bottom with a damp tissue. While attending to these tasks, he whispered to

proceeded to give Alexis a mini-lesson

you get it?” he

with her tiny hand, Alexis beamed and

gaze towards Alexis and, with a faint blush, turned his attention back to

was complete, Marcus was carried over to Rena by Alexis

hungry,”

who knew Alexis inside out, responded without missing

little one during their make-believe games. Rena calmly prepared a

his book, quietly turning its pages. Alexis, however, wished to join

urged Alexis to

quiet and familial beauty,

departed from the villa, she couldn’t help but feel a pang of sympathy for Rena, who, at such a young age, was left to care for the children. Yet, upon reflection, she realized that Rena had made this choice herself. Rena had wealth, ample free time, and a husband who

Ruth crossed paths

drink. Ruth’s agent glared at the portly man beside Aline but refrained from voicing his anger. He assisted Ruth in making her way to the

a

leisurely applying a fresh coat

quite the hardship after betraying me, aren’t you, Ruth? You know, I truly wished to make you popular, to see

tap and splashed cold water

a hoarse voice, “But consider what you asked me to do. Waylen is

curled into a seductive smile as she leaned against the wall, producing a long, slender cigarette. Her allure

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