Then, he looked around before whispering, “This gentleman is the wealthiest businessman only second to Brandon in Heron. I’ve inquired about it and learned that his son has some connections with Rena.”

While Zoey didn’t know about Albert, Cecilia did.

“The young man is probably Albert. He used to present roses to Rena. But Rena wasn’t interested in him. Whenever he did, Rena would only throw them away. If you ask me, I think he’s just flattering himself.”

Hearing Cecilia’s words, Zoey was amused and sniggered. She now understood why her arrogant son only had eyes for Cecilia. Indeed, Cecilia was a lovely girl.

Zoey kept her thoughts to herself and put on a poker face. “Let them come in,”

she said to the butler.

The butler nodded and left shortly after.

“Choose your words carefully when talking to them,” Zoey warned.

Cecilia wasn’t displeased at Zoey’s words. Instead, she playfully elbowed Zoey’s side and answered, “I know.”

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Previously, Zoey was a bit annoyed since she had no mood to deal with any visitors. But now, her heart was overflowing with so much joy Cecilia had brought to her.

Cecilia was young and lovely. This alone was enough to bring a smile to Zoey’s face since Cecilia often reminded her of her daughter.

While they were chatting, Kyle came in with Albert. Behind them were servants who were carrying gifts and luggage.

As soon as Kyle entered, he took off his scarf and put on a grin that stretched from ear to ear. “Merry Christmas, madams!” he greeted.

He then turned to Albert and told him, “Over there is Rena’s grandma. You can also call her grandma.”

Albert scratched his head and shyly looked away.

Seeing the embarrassed expression on Albert’s face, Zoey hurriedly stepped in. She called Albert over and placed her hand atop his.

“You’re such a good-looking boy,” she said to him.

Then, Zoey looked up to Kyle, her face turning serious.

“You just asked him to call me grandma, right? Does Darren have any other children? I’ve never heard of it from Eloise.”

Kyle was stunned momentarily. From Zoey’s trick of playing dumb, he instantly knew Zoey was not an easy woman to deal with.

Zoey then pointed at the luggage and added, “If you’re Darren’s son, I will ask someone to clean up the guest room immediately. I saw your luggage. How could I let my grandchildren stay in the hotel instead of the cozy rooms in my house?”

After saying that, she then asked Cecilia to give orders to those servants.

Cecilia rushed over to Waylen and latched onto his arm.

The moment Cecilia saw her elder brother in the Evans family’s house, she burst into joy.

Waylen held Cecilia in his arms and hugged her tight. Then, he shot a look at Albert and sneered, “You just said you wanted to be the other man, right?”

Albert remained silent, his eyes fixed on Waylen the entire time.

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Although Albert had fascinated some women with his handsome face, he had to admit that Waylen was rather outstanding.

Waylen had an air of regality about him that made him stand out from the rest.

After being quiet for a while, Albert twitched his mouth and asked, “What?

Are you scared or something?”

Waylen was unfazed by Albert’s cocky attitude. He simply took out a cigarette and lit it before taking a long drag.

Slowly, his eyes narrowed at Albert as he let out an arrogant chuckle.

“Why would I be scared? I’m afraid Rena won’t be pleased to hear that. Apart from valuing too much on virtue, she’s perfect in every way.”

Albert gnashed his teeth for a second before recovering his cool.

“Mr. Fowler, I heard you used to be a lawyer before. That explains why you’re so sharp-tongued.”

“Well, I don’t think I’m eloquent enough,” Waylen teased sarcastically.

“But let me lay this clear to you. Rena appreciates mature men. You, on the other hand, are just a little boy. Go on and practice some more.”

Albert and Waylen continued their tit-for-tat, their words resembling swords clashing against each other.

Cecilia, who was listening to the entire exchange, was speechless.

came back ahead

holding Alexis in his arms. He liked

tender face was leaning on Mark’s shoulder. From time to time, she would

hand and gave

and Waylen, Mark looked

beautiful day,

stopped arguing with Waylen. He turned

“Mr. Evans,” he greeted.

at Cecilia, prompting

Zoey and Kyle came back

invited Kyle and Waylen

Albert, he wasn’t even qualified to sit. Albert just stood by and listened

watched them leave and nudged Rena. “Mark looks much senior to Waylen,” she whispered

pregnant. She placed her hand atop her

I thought you

joking. She didn’t dwell

wrapped a woolen shawl around Rena’s neck and

replied, “Okay.” Rena’s pregnancy made her

by Rena. Cecilia recalled the days when Edwin was still in her belly. She still remembered vividly she looked somewhat weary during her pregnancy. Comparing herself then and Rena now made her feel a bit

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was mature at his age. Therefore, Rena entrusted him with the task of taking care of other kids

to the yard

window, Rena’s room was warm and

helped Rena sit down and took

and

glance at Cecilia from the corner of her eye and

where’s my

Cecilia hurriedly shushed Rena.

again,” she said while pouring Rena a glass of water. “My brother will tease

Your wedding is approaching. Nervous? Have you prepared

with

look, Rena took out

is for you,

she saw what

a glance, she could tell that they were

that they perfectly matched her wool skirt, she

two was perfect. She looked like an angel bathed in

reflection in the mirror and

you really have a

relay Cecilia’s

instantly adjusted herself and

couldn’t help but be amused by the shift in

while, Rena asked softly, “How’s your days here? Have you gotten used to

was moved by Rena’s concerns and gently replied, “Zoey has been nice

Rena exhaled

Albert’s presence crossed Cecilia’s mind and filled her with

Albert’s presence here affect you and

answering, Rena smirked

night, Rena didn’t attend the dinner party, saying that she wasn’t feeling

on the table. When Kyle and Albert learned that Rena wouldn’t join them, they both sank their heads in

women to lose their appetite.

nodded and quickly

the most delicious food available and brought

the sight of Rena sitting on the couch. She was facing

fell on her serene figure, highlighting

few more seconds before approaching her. He put down the tray he was holding and gently placed his

tray. There was a bowl

moment she laid her eyes on them, her stomach

book aside

just don’t want to reveal my trump card too

it, Waylen immediately

he helped her up and guided her

up a slice of turkey and

this. Come

for

the food, something struck him, prompting him to ask, “You haven’t spent much time with the Evans family. How come you know

turkey before leaning closer to

in this place for two months ever since I

hand atop Rena’s and said in a hoarse

topic, and neither of them wanted to talk

“Waylen, it’s alright. I don’t blame you anymore. What matters now is both of us lead

hair and playfully joked to ease the

do make it worth it. You may leave now and entertain the guests.

her cheek with his thumb before walking out of

returned to the dining hall, it was alive with

the latter, who returned the enthusiasm.

aware of Kyle’s intentions, given the latter’s being a

project that could strike a cooperation with

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