"So, you want to Leave me that badly? You think scalding Elvira will make me angry?"

He wondered if Rena wanted to Leave him and be with Tyrone instead.

Rena chose not to respond, realizing that explaining herself wouldn't make a difference.

Waylen's disappointment was evident, and she regretted that he had witnessed the entire confrontation.

Elvira remained oblivious to the true nature of their relationship. She clung to Waylen like a wounded bird, her voice laced with coquettishness.