"Dad, | missed you so much."

Waylen's body tensed slightly...

For he had never been accustomed to interacting with children in his memory. Yet, carrying Alexis, he felt a hint of tenderness in his heart.

Could this be the bond of blood?

Witnessing his son cradling his granddaughter, Korbyn concealed any trace of rejection on his face, though a touch of sadness lingered in his heart.

In that moment, Korbyn surmised that Waylen couldn't possibly fathom the depth of his love for Alexis.

Juliette discreetly wiped away her tears.

During the family reunion dinner, an air of silence enveloped them all...

Waylen and Rena sat side by side but a palpable sense of distance separated them.

Waylen couldn't recollect Rena.

And Rena couldn't surrender to vulnerability, knowing Waylen had forgotten her.

Korbyn yearned to bring them together, believing that through physical intimacy, familiarity might gradually return.

Following the meal, Waylen dabbed his lips and expressed, "Dad, | have a case to handle. | must return to the law office.”

Korbyn's displeasure surfaced.

"Is your case more important than your family?"

Exchanging a knowing glance with Juliette, Korbyn whispered, "Instruct the servants to tidy up Waylen's room. He and Rena should have a meaningful conversation tonight and Alexis will sleep with us."

Juliette, ever loyal to Korbyn's wishes, promptly complied.

A faint smile adorned Waylen's face.

He lit a cigarette and ascended the stairs with a sense of detachment.

Rena felt a profound sadness settle within her.

Gently patting the back of her hand, Korbyn proposed, "Let's proceed with that approach for now. Just endure it a little longer."

Rena nodded in agreement.