The romantic chapter between Rena and Robert had come to an end.
Feeling the need to confide in someone, Rena dialed Eloise’s number and relayed the situation.
There was a brief silence on the other end of the line before Eloise finally spoke up. “Since the timing and circumstances haven’t aligned for you two, don’t force it.”
Rena replied with a resigned “Okay.”
Unbeknownst to Rena, Eloise had just received a call from Winnie.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtWinnie was undoubtedly fuming with anger and had vented to Eloise about what Waylen had said and done. However, since Rena had not brought it up during their conversation, Eloise decided it was not appropriate to inquire further.
Rena ended the call, feeling a sudden emptiness engulf her. She tidied up the apartment and lit a soothing aromatherapy candle.
The night enveloped her in silence.
Contemplating her recently over relationship, Rena poured herself a glass of wine.
Originally intending to have a quick sip, her sadness overwhelmed her and she couldn’t resist drinking more and more…
As Rena began to feel a pleasant buzz from the alcohol, her phone rang, displaying Robert’s name.
After a moment’s hesitation, Rena answered the call.
Robert’s voice carried a hint of huskiness. “Rena…”
It seemed he had pondered over his words for quite some time before he asked in a hushed tone, “Rena, is it truly impossible for us to be together?”
Rena remained silent.
She understood the sadness that lingered within Robert…
Despite the relationship not working out, she wanted to extend him some kindness.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmWith a bitter smile, Robert’s voice grew lower as he continued uneasily, “Well, Rena, I might be getting engaged. It’s a girl from my mother’s side of the family.”
The rapid pace of events took Rena by surprise.
However, she was far from naive. It didn’t take long for her to surmise that this other girl had always been in the picture.
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Robert had probably previously rejected the idea of marrying her but after this incident, he had embraced the notion.
Rena graciously congratulated Robert.
Inwardly, Robert couldn’t help but wonder if Rena had never truly harbored any affection for him.
Perhaps he had merely filled a void in her life after her breakup with Waylen. He had never truly occupied her heart…
Rena ended the call, her mood taking a turn for the worse. It wasn’t because she was saddened by the news, but rather the realization that even Robert had found a fiancee. She possessed the qualities and looks that others admired, so why was she still single?