Seeking solace, Rena went to see the fortune teller Mindy.
She desired to talk to her.
The place was located on a hillside, and despite her four-month pregnancy, she climbed it devoutly.
However, Mindy refused to meet her.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇt‘A young lad then emerged and spoke on Mindy’s behalf. “My master said that she had previously told you that patience is the key.”
With those words, the young man bowed slightly and departed.
Rena saw him off and slowly descending the mountain.
Later, Korbyn updated her every day on Waylen’s travels to several countries within a week.
Amidst her confusion, Rena sometimes found herself lost in a daze.
Half a month later, she caught a glimpse of Waylen on the TV news.
He had won a multinational lawsuit.
Surrounded by numerous reporters outside the Supreme Court of Valmar, Waylen donned a classic black and white suit. During the interview, he held his head high, exuding vigor and charisma, a charming and noble smile playing upon his lips. ©
Rena replayed the video multiple times.
In that moment, she found herself smile through teary eyes.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmRena watched the news of Waylen’s interview countless times, feeling a mix of emotions.
Alexis was beside her, seemingly absorbed in her thoughts.
The man on the screen was her dad. She thought that he looked so good when he smiled.
“Mom, is dad coming back?” Alexis asked softly, seeking reassurance as she buried herself in her mother’s arms.
“Yes, sweetheart,” Rena replied, stroking Alexis’ head gently.
“But dad is not feeling well right now. Let’s give him some time, okay?”
Alexis actually could sense something was wrong.
Despite not being explicitly told, she knew that her father had been unwell, and his absences had become more frequent. When Waylen sometimes read her story books, the little girl noticed how his expression suddenly went blank in the middle of reading.