As he climbed into the car, he caught a glimpse of Rena in the rearview mirror and proposed, “Why don’t you accompany Alexis to my company?”
Rena hesitated.
“Dad’s company has the best muffins,” Alexis chimed in, gazing at Rena with hopeful eyes.
Rena immediately agreed.
Waylen pressed the accelerator, a smile forming on his face.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇt“Your mommy only listen to your words now!”
Leaning comfortably against Rena, Alexis raised her curly brown hair and posed an innocent question, “That’s because I’m a good girl and mommy loves me!”
Waylen and Rena were left speechless.
After a long moment, Waylen responded in a soft voice, “Well, let’s just say you shouldn’t worry. She’s smart and adorable.”
During the drive, Waylen engaged Rena in a conversation about Alexis’ progress, creating an illusion of an ordinary couple.
Rena was still acclimating to this new dynamic.
Waylen brought the car to a stop, unbuckling his seat belt.
Gently, he suggested, “Come home with me on this Saturday.”
Rena no longer refused.
If she were to play the role of Waylen’s wife for Alexis’ sake, she would have to act as his partner on all occasions. Uncertain if it was a hasty decision, Rena, nevertheless, had no regrets.
Waylen escorted them to his company, prompting rumors to circulate among Exceed Group employees.
They believed Waylen’s ex-wife had returned and that a reconciliation was imminent.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmWaylen guided Rena and Alexis to the top floor, where Jazlyn awaited them by the elevator, her face beaming with concealed amusement. It appeared her boss was on the verge of reclaiming his woman. However, as Jazlyn approached, she delivered the unexpected news.
“Miss Stanley is at the company. She’s waiting for you to sign the contract.”
Waylen frowned. “Wasn’t the deputy general manager responsible for handling the contract with the spokesperson?”
Jazlyn coughed lightly, her smile strained. “Miss Stanley is quite persistent.”
Rena wasn’t oblivious to the situation.
She surmised that Miss Stanley must be the female celebrity who had been reported in the media and was seen celebrating alongside Waylen. It was evident that this Miss Stanley held feelings for him.
Waylen glanced at Rena, aware of her thoughts.