He stole a glance at his watch, bestowed one final kiss upon her before departing.
After he left, she contemplated stealing a few more minutes of slumber. The previous night had stretched on, filled with unfulfilled longing.
Though they hadn’t consummated their desires, the intensity of their intimate moments left her blushing, her heart racing.
She couldn’t help but wonder what was holding him back. It was evident that Waylen yearned to explore their physical connection.
Later that afternoon, Vera arranged to meet Rena at a charming cafe.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtTaking a seat, Rena was handed an elegantly designed invitation. “Saturday night, the banquet hall on the second floor of the Cloude Hotel.”
Examining the invitation with care, Rena’s eyes shimmered with anticipation.
Vera cleared her throat before inquiring, “Did Mr. Fowler agree? Once you successfully seduce him, he will be willing to do anything for you.”
Rena’s mind couldn’t help but wander back to their passionate encounters of the night before.
Although they hadn’t yet crossed the threshold of physical intimacy, she could sense Waylen’s prowess in the art of seduction.
A rosy blush crept across her cheeks as she conservatively replied, “He will accompany me.”
A wave of relief washed over Vera’s face.
Playfully nudging Rena, she added, “See? I told you, as long as you make him , comfortable, he’ll be more than willing to assist you.”
Rena nearly choked on her coffee at Vera’s words.
Patting her back, Vera chuckled. “You should know that Harold initially had no intention of attending. But when he discovered that you would be there, he had a change of heart and added a hefty sum for the catering.”
Lowering her gaze, Rena smiled faintly. “He didn’t have to do that.”
Observing Rena closely, Vera grinned. “You’re remarkably composed when it comes to Harold now. It seems you’ve grown indifferent towards him. It’s evident that your heart now belongs to Mr. Fowler.”
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmRena shook her head gently, dispelling Vera’s assumptions. “I’m just living in the moment with Waylen. Marriage is not something we’re considering.”
Before Vera could offer further reassurance, a group of fashionable women emerged from the opposite elevator, catching their attention.
Gritting her teeth, Vera muttered under her breath, “What a small world!”
Rena’s head snapped up upon hearing Vera’s words.
Her eyes locked with Aline, who was engrossed in a conversation with several affluent ladies.
These women happened to be the parents of Rena’s former piano students, who had turned their backs on her after her reputation was tarnished.
Aline had cunningly taken over as their new teacher. – Be
Forced smiles adorned the rich ladies’ faces, but they remained tight-lipped.