Waylen paused for a moment, choosing his words carefully.
âAn old friend of your motherâs has passed away.
â
Markâs confusion was palpable.
He racked his brain, but the identity of this old friend remained elusive.
After all, the families had once been prominent in their own right, but the past was a distant memory now.
Waylen had originally intended to return to Duefron overnight.
He missed Rena and the kids.
However, Markâs insistence kept him back.
âZoey isnât feeling well.
Having an extra person in the house might help, and sheâs very fond of you.
â
Waylen consented.
Mark took it upon himself to prepare a few dishes.
The night air was chilly, and Waylen stood alone in the courtyard, dialing Renaâs number to let her know where he was.
Renaâs gentle voice greeted him when she picked up.
âDinner is ready, Will you be back for it
Waylen, undoing a button on his coat, whispered, âYou and the kids should eat first.
Iâm away on business, and it might be difficult for me to make it back.
If you have trouble sleeping, let Alexis sleep with you.
She always likes to snuggle up to you the most.
â
Waylen claimed he was on a business trip, and Rena had no reason to doubt him, She simply wished him well and implored him to take care of himself,
When he listened to her soft-spoken words, Waylenâs heart swelled with longing.
He couldnât resist saying something cheesy.
âRena, itâs only been a day, but I already miss you.
â
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âMe too.
â Waylenâs heart did a little dance.
He was about to say more when Mark interrupted, âYouâre with her every day, and now you canât stand one day without her?â
Waylen hung up the phone, grinning.
He joined Mark for a drink and some conversation.
As he removed his coat, revealing a black turtleneck, Waylen*s face flushed a faint red from the wine.
He looked incredibly handsome.
The wine had loosened Waylenâs tongue, and he asked casually, âWhen do you plan to give Cecilia and Edwin a home
Mark held his glass, a bittersweet smile playing on his lips.