Rena gracefully trailed behind Vera as they entered the magnificent banquet halt.

Exhibiting utmost caution, Rena observed that the table they occupied was predominantly occupied by the younger members of the esteemed Figueroa family.

Rena realized Roscoe was a person of thoughtful nature to make such seat arrangements.

Upon catching sight of Rena, Robert's mother extended a cordial greeting towards her.

With a warm smile adorning her face, Rena presented a gift to Robert's mother.

A subtle expression crossed Robert's mother's countenance as she accepted the gift. Initially, she had regarded the girl before her with a hint of disdain. However, her perception of Rena altered as the latter distanced herself from Waylen and declined to marry into the affluent family.

Although Robert's marital situation appeared satisfactory, as a concerned mother, she detected a Lack of genuine happiness within him.

A sigh, laden with emotion, escaped her lips upon beholding Rena that night.

Rena possessed the resilience to forge ahead, exemplified by her serene smile. It was at this precise moment that Zack approached and took a seat beside her, his charismatic presence commanding attention.

Half of the attendees in the banquet hall directed their gaze towards Rena and Zack's vicinity.

Lyndon shared a harmonious relationship with Robert's fiancee's family, prompting the Coleman family to also grace the event and settle at the adjacent table.

Elvira harbored discontent upon witnessing Rena basking in the Limelight.

In a hushed tone, Dahlia whispered, "He's merely a driver. Don't let it affect you."

Elvira pursed her lips in disapproval.

She felt compelled to measure her own achievements against Rena's at present. Previously, she had reveled in her modest fame within the circle of pianists but her talents were confined and unable to achieve widespread recognition.

Having witnessed Rena's piano prowess, she couldn't help but be consumed by jealousy towards her prodigious talent.

Fortunately, Rena had forsaken the path of a pianist, rendering any further comparison moot.

Huh!

Elvira's perception of Rena had undergone a significant shift. Once revered as great, Rena's true stature turned out to be merely average.

Rena's breakup with Waylen left her in a state of melancholy, prompting her to seek solace in the company of a driver. The sole redeeming quality of this individual was his striking good Looks.

Elvira experienced a profound sense of relief, firmly convinced that Waylen would soon grow to despise Rena.

Just then, Waylen made his return.