Waylen instructed the driver to take Rena home, while he approached a sleek black McLaren, preparing to step inside.
Approaching him, Rena found them separated by the car door.
In a composed tone, she addressed him, “Waylen, | can deal with it when you are distant with me, but… Alexis is quite sensitive. Please refrain from saying such things in her presence.”
Waylen’s thoughts wandered to the little girl in the photograph.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtResembling Rena with her tender countenance and curly hair, the child exuded undeniable cuteness.
In acold gesture, he nodded, “Don’t worry.”
Rena felt a sense of relief.
As she watched the black sports car slowly vanish, conflicting emotions enveloped her— happiness and sorrow entwined.
Initially brimming with determination, his demeanor had thrown her into uncertainty.
There she stood for a prolonged moment…
Ross sympathized with her plight, compelled to approach and whisper, “Mrs. Fowler, do board the car first. Considering your pregnancy, prolonged standing isn’t good for your well-being.”
Placing her hands on her waist, Rena mustered a forced smile. “You might be right; my back does feel a tad sore.”
Ross chauffeured her back to the villa.
Upon arrival, she secluded herself within the study, drawing all the curtains.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmWithin the dimly lit confines of the study, Rena reclined on the sofa, intently listening to the recording on the voice recorder left behind by Waylen. After countless playbacks, she felt a renewed strength stirring within.
In the evening, she collected Alexis and headed to the Fowlers’ residence.
Upon entering, Edwin eagerly rushed over and greeted Rena with warmth, “Auntie Rena.”
Squatting down, Rena tenderly caressed the little boy’s head.
A faint blush adorned his cheeks.
Observing Edwin’s flushed face, Alexis made a playful expression, thinking he should feel embarrassed by such frequent blushes.
Korbyn and Juliette joined them.
Juliette whisked the two children away to indulge in desserts, while Korbyn inquired of Rena, “Have you seen him?”