If not a new relationship, then perhaps an old one? Wasn't that what was in his pocket?

As they descended the stairs together, Waylen smiled and quipped, “In fact, with the influence of our family, it wouldn't be difficult to bring Melissa back and have her marry you."

"Dad, if something isn't meant to be, trying to force it won't make much of a difference," Marcus replied, his tone firm.

Knowing his son, Waylen didn't press the matter further. Instead, he exchanged a meaningful glance with Rena.

Marcus obviously had not moved on from Melissa, as she would remain an inseparable part of his life no matter what.