Elvira said playfully, as if they had been good friends for many years.

He quietly glanced at the spot where Rena had stood just moments ago.

After a long pause, he looked away and replied, “There are several elders who are eager to see you!"

She attempted to hold his arm, but Waylen skillfully evaded her and said, "Elvira, it's not appropriate."

The smile on Elvira's face froze, a fleeting hint of vulnerability appearing in her eyes as she softly murmured, “You never used to deny me in the past."

Waylen walked briskly towards the house, his words trailing in the air.

“As you said, that was in the past."

Leaving Elvira behind, Waylen and she departed from the scene, their presence sparking ripples of curiosity and speculation among the onlookers.

Unbeknownst to them, Harold, who had been observing them from a distance, watched the unfolding drama with an icy detachment.

His piercing gaze lingered on Waylen, who had been fixated on the spot where Rena had stood just moments ago.

Harold couldn't help but wonder when Waylen had started harboring such intense feelings for Rena. It was evident to him that Waylen's fondness for Rena went beyond mere situationship or casual interest. Harold could tell clearly. Men knew men best. It was obvious that Waylen Liked

Rena.

Harold closed his eyes.

Rena was more important than Elvira to Waylen.

However, the man was not yet aware of his real feelings.

Harold knew about this and didn't want to tell him at all.

Elvira's sudden reappearance had injected a subtle tension into the atmosphere of the birthday party.

ALL those present were aware of the complex history between Elvira and

Waylen, and now, with Elvira's return, they cast meaningful glances towards Rena.

Even Juliette, a close confidante, couldn't help but feel a sense of unease.

Whispering softly to Rena, Juliette attempted to provide reassurance,

“Rena, don't overthink it. Waylen and Elvira were merely childhood playmates. Besides, Elvira is engaged to someone else. She came back to resolve some minor contractual disputes. She won't interfere with your relationship with Waylen."