Waylen himself hadn't received such attention; he was always the one caring for Rena.

Catching Waylen's glance, Rena chided, "Don't fill her head with nonsense. You're the reason Alexis and her siblings are so independent. Now you're spoiling Evelyn."

Waylen simply chuckled in response.

Age hadn't diminished his charm. He leaned over the couch and softly encircled Rena's waist with his arms.

Rena was poised to scold him, but the tenderness in his eyes silenced her.