Vera reassured her, saying, "You won't encounter Waylen. He hasn't attended any social gatherings in the past two months. Besides, Joseph doesn't possess the influence to invite him."

With Vera's assurance, Rena readily agreed.

The conversation continued, and Vera shared some gossip.

“Do you know, Rena? Elvira has returned to Braseovell! Joseph let slip that she had a fight with her fiance's mistress, and it turned ugly.

Elvira ended up in the hospital."