If he talked to her about Elvira now, she was willing to have a conversation with him. After all, Elvira was an obstacle between them that they couldn't escape for the time being.

Waylen tucked her hair behind her ear and said softly, “It's just work, that's all."

With that, he led her back to the bedroom and climbed into bed with her. Then he cuddled her from behind and kissed the back of her ear for a long time.

Later, the two fell into a routine.

Although Waylen was extremely busy, he'd make it a point to see her two or three times a week.