NovelEnglishWhat regrets did her father carry in his heart at the time of his passing?
A wave of sadness washed over Rena. She didn’t want this elderly woman to depart with unfulfilled wishes. Even if it meant deceiving Betty, Rena knew it would bring solace in her final moments.
Gently, Rena assured, “Don’t worry, Mrs. Fowler. I promise.”
A smile curled upon Betty’s lips, and her pupils dilated, yet she did not release the phone.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtHolding the phone tightly, Rena felt the impending departure of a soul…
She could sense Waylen’s profound sorrow even though she couldn’t see him right now.
It was two weeks later that they finally saw each other again.
Rena knew that Waylen had attended Betty’s funeral, and then traveled to Braseovell to attend the initial hearing of Elvira’s divorce case with her husband.
The details eluded Rena’s knowledge.
Elvira held no significance to her whatsoever…
Upon Waylen’s return, he called Rena, suggesting they meet.
Rena was in her apartment at the time. Waylen expressed a desire to visit her, but she declined, softly suggesting, “Let’s meet at your place.”
Late afternoon had already arrived by the time Waylen arrived in his car.
The cicadas perched in the trees filled the air with their vibrant chorus, lending a lively atmosphere to the evening.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmWhen Rena stepped out of the building, she spotted Waylen leaning against his car. As she approached, he courteously opened the door for her and inquired tenderly, “Where is Snowball?”
Rena entered the car gracefully, replying nonchalantly, “I sent him to my mother’s place.”
Waylen’s gaze bore into her.
Having been apart for two weeks, Waylen’s eyes held a myriad of emotions as he beheld Rena. Sensing this intensity, Rena averted her gaze, allowing her eyes to descend in avoidance of direct contact.
A gentle smile graced Waylen’s face as he closed the car door with utmost care.
As he settled beside her, his hands automatically fastened the seat belt, his mind preoccupied with thoughts. After a prolonged silence, he couldn’t resist the urge to inquire, “Why haven’t you asked?”
Rena’s face lit up with a smile as she replied, “What would you like me to inquire about?””
As she uttered those words, there was a tinge of mockery behind them.
Lost in his thoughts, Waylen fixated on the rare sight of her smiling in his presence.
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