Rena closed her eyes gently, grappling with the weight of her emotions

She longed to apologize, but she then recalled the feelings she had harbored for someone else in the past.

There was no fault in having feelings for someone.

Observing Rena's solemn demeanor, Tyrone let out a chuckle.

He reassured her, "Rena, it's a burden I willingly bear as a man. You needn't carry this psychological weight."

How could Rena possibly be devoid of any burden?

Returning to her apartment, she settled quietly on the sofa.

Snowball, her faithful companion, nestled beside her.

Her phone lay within reach. After a night filled with hesitation, eventually she refrained from dialing Waylen's number.

For the next two weeks, Rena did not cross paths with Tyrone.

However, she frequently encountered news in the financial realm, often catching glimpses of Typhoon Technology, the company Tyrone owned, making headlines. Unfavorable economic reports, including disruptions in its funding chain, marred the company's reputation

Rena reached out to Vera, inviting her for a coffee outing.

At half past two in the afternoon, Vera arrived, radiating a sense of well-being. Seated across from Rena, she remarked, “You've been so busy lately and I hardly see you anymore. So are you asking me out because of Tyrone?"

Rena smiled softly.

“Is it that apparent?"

“Crystal clear.”

Vera ordered a cup of coffee and took a sip before Leaning in, her voice Lowered.

“I heard from Roscoe that Tyrone’s company is in dire straits. Apart from asset-related issues, they're entangled in legal disputes as well. Currently, Tyrone works nearly 18 hours a day."

Rena sat in stunned silence, her mind reeling from the revelation

The overwhelming sense of powerlessness surged through Rena once again, enveloping her in its suffocating grip.

With a bitter smile tugging at her lips, Rena inquired, “Was it Waylen's doing?"

Vera evaded a direct response, instead tenderly clasping Rena's hand and said, “Waylen is a master of manipulation. Although Tyrone Lacks the same strength and connections as Waylen, he is incredibly tenacious. Rena, you must try to persuade him."