Chapter 2011 Some labeled Alexis as overly attached, but she would simply puff up her chest and retort with a defiant “Humph!” Waylen reentered the bedroom to find Rena, fresh out of the shower and draped in a silk bathrobe, diligently applying her skincare routine. The sight of her cascading hair, revealing a delicate neckline, caught his attention.

Making his way to her, he wrapped his arms around her waist, leaning in to softly press his lips against her neck.

Startled, Rena murmured, “Waylen.” Maintaining his proximity, he whispered by her ear, “Don’t worry; my hands are clean now. No more fishy scent.” Rena made a half-hearted attempt to free herself, but it was clear Waylen was in a playful mood.

Deciding to indulge him, she relaxed into his embrace.

As they enjoyed the closeness, Waylen would intermittently kiss and tease her, occasionally referring to their kids in jest.

Rena fought the urge to smile, biting her lower lip.

Clearing his throat, Waylen queried, “Did you know what Alexis just told me?” Rena, genuinely curious, shook her head.

Waylen, fighting back laughter, shared, “She claims she’s persistent with storytime to ensure our family’s well-being. She believes that by keeping me occupied, I won't have a moment to be tempted by others.” Both surprised and entertained, Rena spun around to face him.

“Who on earth taught her that? Did she pick it up from a TV show?" Gazing intently into Rena’s eyes, Waylen noticed her hands tugging at the hem of his shirt. His heartbeat quickened in response.

He retreated slightly and sat on the bed’s edge, pulling Rena closer and pressed his lips to hers.

Words became unnecessary as their connection deepened.

Suddenly, their room was filled with gasps and moans as they shared a passionate exchange.

When the moment had passed, Rena nestled into Waylen's embrace, her head resting against his shoulder.

Collecting her thoughts, she revisited a topic from earlier.

“You seemed different today.” He teased, “Different how? I feel the same as always. Want a second round to be sure?” She playfully silenced him with a finger to his lips.

With a more serious undertone, she murmured, “Did you secure another significant business achievement today?”

Chapter 2012 Matching her quiet tone, Waylen offered a smile and leaned in to kiss her.

Rena, without any hesitation, met him halfway, the kiss deepening.

When they finally parted, she whispered, “I'm happy about your partnership with my uncle. Just ensure Cecilia remains comfortable with the situation.” Wrapping Rena tightly in his embrace, Waylen pondered, “I wonder if you're looking out for Cecilia or your uncle.” Rena chuckled and made a feigned attempt to rise, hinting at a bath.

Angela's Library But Waylen's grip on her hand halted her movement.

With a voice full of warmth and mischief, he urged, “Stay with me a little longer.” Rena's resistance melted.

Amidst their renewed intimacy, Waylen whispered playfully, “You always seem to know everything, Mrs. Fowler” The following day, Waylen headed to Mark's office.

Waylen ended up bringing home to a deal that wasn't in Mark's favor at all.

After this, Peter spoke to Mark, his emotions aflame.

It wasn't that Mark hesitated about the money.

Actually, he didn’t mind whether the money was with him or Waylen.

Yet, there's this age-old tension between guys; always trying to one-up each other.

Waylen managed to swindle a hefty sum from Mark just over a few dinners. The more Mark thought about it, the angrier he became.

He found himself gloomy for days.

Cecilia noticed the change when she visited; Mark's gaze seemed off Touching her face, she questioned, “Is there something on my face.

‘After a moment, Mark inquired, “Do you remember all of your childhood?” She thought he was just in a weird mood.

Cecilia returned to her script, answering casually, “Every bit of it.” Scratching his chin, Mark remarked, “Then how come your intelligence seems so different from his? It shouldn't be this way.” Cecilia wasn't dense.

Recalling a conversation from the previous night, she put the pieces together.

Chapter 2013 Mark was obviously calling her silly! Closing her script, she offered a faux grin.

“Looks like you're feeling better. The film crew is waiting for me; I should be heading to the set this afternoon.” As she moved towards the exit, her demeanor was serious.

Her fingers grazed the doorknob, but before she could turn it, a warm hand overlaid hers.

She could sense Mark right behind her.

He gently secured the door, and the room, spacious as it was, echoed only with the soft rhythm of their breaths.

After what felt like hours, Cecilia murmured, “Mark, please release me. We can't just be physical to mend what's broken between us.” Mark gave a soft scoff.

His fingers, light and nimble, traced her waist.

“What makes you think that?” he whispered, a hint of mischief in his voice.

Feeling flushed, she was all too aware of his intentions.

Mark leaned in, planting a tender kiss behind her ear before speaking softly, “Stay tonight. Once I'm discharged, I'll accompany you to Warsew. We'll return after your shoot.” It wasn't like his words didn’t touch her heart; they did.

However, she felt like a puppet in his hands whenever he was Like this. She had already decided against Warsew, and she had no plans to stay the night either. With the mood so intimate, she was wary of what might happen if she stayed.

She decided to linger a bit before heading to her place.

Her children were at the Fowler family’s mansion, leaving her with a rare evening alone. She wanted to unwind.

Cecilia ordered some grub, uncorked a bottle of red, and put on a track from her favorite Flirean artist.

dawned on her-she

life revolved around Mark

to acting was a way

Time had swiftly passed.

city view from her Large window,

her heart felt lighter, realizing that Mark's

It allowed her moments like these, to sit back and cherish

in

Mark was

felt so clear

she'd become more reserved, curbing her true

Her doorbell chimed.

delivery, opened the door only to

of his white shirt against his black pants gave him an

bouquet of vivid red roses in one hand and a chilled bottle

been drinking, Mark teased, “How about trying this one?” A few beats passed before

hadn't been one for

days, he'd doted on her like she was a

the kitchen, preparing meals for her in their shared

flowers held

fragrance, she playfully said, “Didn't the doctors want to keep you

the wine, Mark's gaze rested on the

gaze was

“Hungry?” Sampling her

any ingredients in the fridge? I could whip up something” She brushed the rose petals, a gentle

Returning her smile, Mark made his way to the

hum of the fridge broke the

you had other plans, I thought I'd join

was well-stocked though, thanks to

heard the

she fully realized it, she found herself wrapping

softly from behind him,

the wine talking.” Mark tried to gauge her sincerity, pondering if she'd use

them felt delicate; neither wanted to ruin

finally to his return-they hadn't truly found solitude together. It seemed almost poetic that their private reunion

that not everything needed to be

murmuring occasional sweet nothings, Mark prepared

sipped on

Mark led her to the

marked their first intimate encounter at her

touch and glance was filled with

room, she traced the contours of his face, eyes brimming

Mark, this night

light of dawn peeked

for the familiar presence beside him,

the quilt cascaded down,

2016 Beside him, a delicately colored

it up, Mark couldn't suppress a smile as he read, “Uncle Mark, I've left for my

hospital. You're probably on the doctor's naughty List by now-* Uncle Mark — The endearment tugged at his

swiftly dressed

with a

eyes widened in surprise upon seeing

you be in the hospital?” Her gaze flitted to

she attempted to recompose

days, so there's no need

of concern and curiosity,

flooded with 112 missed calls, primarily from

room with an IV

blend of anger

that doesn't stop your escapades, does it? I swear I'l ground you the next time”

to come

silent exchange,

phone, replied nonchalantly, “I just visited Cecilia, and

herself on the sofa,

cherish your wife. Where's Cecilia? Why isn't she with you?” Mark's

in Warsew.” Zoey's

studied Mark intently for a moment, before ushering Peter outside

between Zoey and Peter

mind?” Zoey, tapping her walking stick lightly, cheeks flushed,

do you think it might strain their relationship?” Understanding her worries, Peter assisted her to a seat, offering soothing

genuinely believe Cecilia's trip to Warsew stems from discontent?”

held a hint

over the years mean that nights like the one they shared yesterday have a

often need their moments of reflection.” Feeling comforted, Zoey quipped, “Peter, when did you become an expert on women?” Peter responded with a chuckle, scratching his head in

hospital room, his thoughts inevitably drifting to the memorable evening with

the years, their relationship had seen its

Cecilia, but the depth and maturity

her presence, yet he

mere few days, aligning with Mark's hospital

communication was sparse, limited to sporadic messages primarily

Mark's discharge day, with Cecilia still in Warsew, he reached out to her

reply, “I see,” lingered in Mark's thoughts for

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