Around noon, Eloise called, inviting her back home for Lunch.

Upon returning, Rena discovered that it was her twenty-fourth birthday.

Eloise had prepared a magnificent three-tiered cake and a table adorned with an array of delectable dishes.

Darren, sporting a smile, playfully placed a birthday cap on Rena's head and exclaimed, “Fortunately, I can partake in celebrating your special day! I have never missed a single one of your birthdays."

Eloise playfully nudged him, cautioning him to choose his words carefully.

Rena's eyes glistened with moisture.

She embraced them tightly.

Although they were not her biological parents, they showered her with boundless love.

At least now, her father was safe.

In that moment, the grievances from the previous night dissipated, replaced with a sense of gratitude.

Amidst the lunchtime conversation, Darren inquired about Rena's employment situation.

After a momentary pause, Rena replied, "I have resigned from my position at the music studio. I intend to seek a new job.”

Darren harbored no skepticism regarding her statement.

Eloise, lost in her own contemplations, summoned Rena to the bedroom after the meal. She closed the door, cutting off any external distractions, and addressed the matter directly.

"Have you had a quarrel with Waylen?"

Rena chose not to conceal the truth from her.

Vaguely, she responded, “In any case, I need to secure a job."

Though not explicitly stated, Eloise possessed a keen understanding that Rena must have endured mistreatment due to Waylen.

Furthermore, Waylen's absence during Darren's illness was a clear indication that he did not regard Rena with seriousness.

Eloise quietly wiped away her tears

She retrieved a card from the safe, containing a sum of five million dollars, which constituted half of Darren's savings.

Rena resisted accepting it.