Vera's call had arrived.

“I must answer this," she gently pushed Waylen, asserting her need to respond.

With a mischievous gesture, Waylen extended his hand to retrieve her phone, activating the speaker.

Rena was momentarily rendered speechless. She pondered on his occasional childlike behavior. Given the nature of their relationship, he really shouldn't have done this. Why would he anyway?

Nonetheless, she chose not to evade his presence and engaged in a conversation with Vera.