If she hadnât requested Rena to deliver those documents on her behalf that fateful night, perhaps Rena and Waylen wouldnât have parted ways.
However as a woman, Jazlyn couldnât help but feel relieved that Rena had.
Otherwise, Rena and Waylen might have joined the ranks of countless couples who couldnât find their way back to each other in the endâ¦
Jazlyn had many words to express.
While savoring the nourishing soup, Rena responded slowly, âYou donât need to blame yourself.
I didnât end things with him because of anyone else, not even because of Elvira.
Despite Elviraâs self-harm and his continuous visits to her, we didnât break up.
Itâs⦠our own issue.
â
Waylen desired marriage only in the way others in the upper echelons of society did.
He sought a respectable wife who could bear him an heir.
He was drawn to Renaâs physical allure.
As long as he cherished her, he could remain faithful.
However, the certainty beyond that initial infatuation remained uncertain.
She couldnât be sure and neither could heâ¦
Yet, what Rena yearned for was her partnerâs unconditional love, a devotion that would endure for eternity.
She had never loved someone so boldly and fearlessly, so ardently desiring to be by his side but she believed she would never do so again.
He had wounded her deeply, to the point where she dared not love anyone anymore.
Rena chose to keep these sentiments unspoken.
In truth, there existed no definitive right or wrong in the intricate web woven between them, and forgiveness was not something she pondered upon.
It was merely that her thoughts had evolved, taking a different path than before.
Now, a one-year time limit loomed before them.
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She would endure whatever he subjected her to but she would maintain control over herself.
Jazlyn bid her farewell at half-past four.
At eight oâclock in the evening, Waylenâs call reached Rena and, without a momentâs hesitation, she answered.
Softly, Waylenâs voice flowed through the phone, âAre you feeling better?â
Rena responded, âYes, I appreciate you arranging for Jazlyn to take care of me.
â
A brief silence enveloped the conversation.
Waylenâs smile could be felt through the phone.
âDo you want me to come over? I just finished work.
I can bring your favorite food⦠Thereâs a concert tonight but since youâre unwell and unable to attend, letâs stay home and watch the live broadcast together, alright?â
Rena understood his intentions.
He sought to bridge the gap between them, longing for their relationship to resemble that of a typical couple.
Yet, she harbored no such aspirations.
However, she couldnât afford to offend him, so she offered a vague reply, âIâm not feeling well and need to rest.
How about this weekend? Iâll accompany you then.
â