NovelEnglishRena bit her lower lip, a mixture of curiosity and apprehension coursing through her as she entered the bathroom. Emerging from the shower, she found herself clad only in his shirt.
Its loose fit, designed for his 6.2—foot—tall frame, accentuated her slender and beautiful legs.
As Waylen entered the room to retrieve some documents, his eyes were captivated by the enticing sight before him. Unable to take his eyes off her, he involuntarily swallowed.
Rena felt her body quiver under Waylen’s intense gaze.
Sensing her unease, he handed her his phone and spoke in a calm voice, “Call your stepmother. She must be worried sick. Your phone has been off for an entire day.”
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtTaking the phone, she expressed her gratitude in a hushed tone before walking towards the window to make the call.
Eloise, still concerned that Rena would give in to Harold, bombarded her with questions.
Unsure of how to respond, Rena anxiously bit her lip.
Observing her distress, Waylen took the phone from her and spoke gently, “Mrs. Gordon, Rena is at my home. My name is Waylen Fowler, and I’m a lawyer.”
Rena was taken aback by his admission.
She hadn’t expected him to expose their relationship so openly. Did he understand the consequences?
But it wasn’t just Rena who was shocked.
Eloise pinched herself to ensure she wasn’t dreaming.
Was this really Waylen, Harold’s future brother-in-law?
Eloise was left speechless as Waylen briefly explained why Rena sought refuge with him.
After ending the call, he turned his attention back to Rena and instructed, “Go to the kitchen and make some hot soup for yourself. Eat it and then go get some rest. I have some matters to attend to.”
Before he proceeded to go to the study, Rena stopped him..
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmShe gently tugged at Waylen’s sleeve, calling his name softly.
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He turned to face her, meeting her gaze.
Slowly, she began, “Waylen, Harold and I…” She fell silent, unable to explain the deal she made with Harold.
Waylen lowered his eyes and spoke up softly, interrupting her. “I thought you came back with me because you had made your choice.”
Tenderly, he caressed her head.
“There will be nothing between you and Harold.”
Leaving her lost in thought, he then retreated to his study. She pondered his words, believing that his willingness to make an exception was primarily for Cecilia’s sake. Only by consummating their relationship could Harold let go.
Rena felt a sense of relief wash over her.
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