Cecilia wept sorrowfully, seeking solace in Waylen’s comforting embrace.
Rena made an educated guess and tenderly caressed Cecilia’s hair, sharing a knowing glance with Waylen.
Walking up to Korbyn, Rena expressed her gratitude to the policemen.
Korbyn faintly sensed Rena’s intentions and discreetly dismissed the policemen.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtA hush fell over the house, with only Cecilia’s muffled sobs audible, which left Edwin feeling a bit overwhelmed. Rena embraced Edwin tenderly and spoke in a gentle tone, saying, “Your mom isn’t feeling well. Let Aunt Rena keep you company for now, alright?”
With a bowed head, Edwin murmured, “Dad told me you’re not my aunt, but my sister.” ©
Rena found herself at a loss for words.
She glanced at Waylen.
Waylen Lifted Edwin and said softly to Rena, “I’ll take Edwin to the office today. You stay with Cecilia. It’s easier for you girls to talk.”
Rena agreed.
She also prepared toys and snacks for Edwin, giving him a loving kiss before closing the car door.
Once Edwin was off, Rena returned to the mansion.
Korbyn sat on the sofa, smoking. He tapped the seat beside him, signaling Rena to sit down, and said, “Juliette is keeping Cecilia company at the moment. Rena, come over here.”
Rena joined him on the sofa.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmKorbyn cherished Rena deeply, so he didn’t hesitate to share his true thoughts with her. He said softly, “I actually approve of Cecilia being with your uncle but it seems that Mark is facing a dilemma.”
Rena listened attentively to Korbyn’s words.
After a long pause, he whispered, “If Mark can’t make her happy, no one else can.”
Then Korbyn departed.
Sitting there alone, sipping the fragrant tea brought by a servant, Rena pondered Korbyn’s words for a long while before faintly smiling.
Indeed, Korbyn was a good father and his mindset was remarkably open. His only concern had always been his beloved daughter’s true happiness.
Rena ascended the stairs to check on Cecilia.
After conversing together throughout the morning, Cecilia finally Lapsed Korbyn sat on the sofa, smoking. He tapped the seat beside him, signaling Rena to sit down, and said, “Juliette is keeping Cecilia company at the moment. Rena, come over here.”