Not a single woman could resist the allure of such sweet words, and Rena was no exception.

Lifting her head, her eyes glistened with moisture.

Guiding her gently, Waylen opened the car door and aided her as she settled inside.

The car's heating enveloped them with a comforting warmth. As Rena situated herself, she naturally removed her coat and placed it on the backseat. Upon turning back towards Waylen, she found herself captivated by the depth of his gaze.

“What's the matter?" she inquired.

Waylen's touch caressed her, his voice husky with emotion.

"You look radiant."

A slight blush adorned Rena's cheeks.

In a gentle tone, Waylen said, "Jazlyn informed me that your father has been discharged from the hospital.”

Rena confirmed his statement with a soft affirmation.

Gratefulness swelled within her, yet before she could express her thanks, Waylen silenced her by gently placing his slender fingers upon her lips.

“We are on a date tonight. No more talks about other things.”

Rena reclined against the back of the seat, her gaze fixed upon his striking countenance.

Waylen had abstained from physical intimacy for an extended period, leaving her uncertain of his intentions for the night.

Merely the thought of it weakened her knees.

With a delicate touch on the accelerator, Waylen drove at a leisurely pace, the car gliding along the streets.

Duefron had been enveloped in continuous snowfall since the previous night, imparting an added layer of romance to the city. However, the accumulated snow had yet to form a substantial presence upon the ground.

Throughout the journey, both Rena and Waylen remained silent.

Perhaps, they both understood what the night held in store.

Or... Perhaps, the prolonged absence of physical intimacy had engendered a sense of inhibition within them both.

To Rena's astonishment, upon her arrival at Waylen's apartment,

Claribel was also present.