She finally realized that this man had only felt a mere trace of pity for her all along, nothing more. ©

Meanwhile, Waylen went to pick up Alexis.

Alexis was overjoyed. Holding her father's hand, she bid farewell to her teacher.

Then, he carried the little girl into the car.

Alexis wrapped her arms around his neck and bestowed him with a soft kiss. Waylen's heart melted as he asked gently, "Have you missed me these days?"

"Yes, | have," replied the little girl.

Waylen returned her affectionate gesture with a kiss and assured her, "If you ever miss me, just call. | promise I'l be there in 30 minutes.”

Sitting in her child's seat, Alexis flipped her brown, curly hair and inquired, "Do you miss me or mommy more?"

Waylen admired his daughter's cleverness.

He tousled her hair and replied affectionately, "| miss both you and your mommy equally.”

He then took Alexis back to the hospital, buying her a set meal of fried chicken along the way. Waylen's mood improved significantly as Alexis chatted excitedly during the ride.

But as he opened the door to the VIP ward, his expression darkened.

Hector was inside.

He and Rena were sitting closely on the sofa, engrossed in a business discussion.

Rena even had a radiant smile on her face.

She looked breathtakingly beautiful when she smiled...

Waylen cleared his throat.

Hector noticed Waylen's discontent and felt somewhat embarrassed.

"Ms. Gordon, let's end the discussion for today," he proposed.

Rena glanced at Waylen before escorting Hector out.

Upon her return, she closed the door to the ward, prompting Waylen to ask, “Is it necessary to be so close to each other when discussing business matters?”

While munching on her fried chicken, Alexis remarked, "Dad seems upset."