Waylen expressed his need to reconsider the matter.

Presently, Waylen tenderly flipped through the documents and spoke to Rena, saying, “I will be embarking on a week-long business trip! When I return, let us rendezvous. There is something I must share with Rena was uncertain about the nature of Waylen's impending revelation but she recognized the value of maintaining a positive rapport with him.

“Very well," Rena replied softly, her voice laced with acquiescence.

Waylen's heart melted, and he lowered his voice to a gentle whisper.

“Why are you so compliant? Don't you realize that allowing men to treat you this way will only invite mistreatment?"

Blushing deeply, Rena found herself rendered speechless for a prolonged moment.

Waylen's smile blossomed.

After ending the call, he immersed himself in the document, investing considerable time in its perusal.

It was more than just a transaction; in fact, he felt remorse for Rena and desired to make amends.

*

Setting her phone aside, Rena pondered what Waylen might disclose to her in a week's time.

So engrossed was she in her thoughts that she nearly missed her bus stop.

Hastening to the music studio, she entered to find her colleagues casting peculiar glances in her direction, which baffled her.

In the end, one of Rena's confidant colleague leaned in and whispered,

“Rena, the director has discovered your part-time job. She intends to speak with you later! Rumor has it that Aline informed the director.

You and Aline joined the studio simultaneously. Your teaching skills were well-regarded and many students adored your classes. Aline has held a grudge against you for quite some time."

Rena stood frozen, utterly taken aback.

Her colleague continued in hushed tones, aware of Rena's predicament and the justification behind her decision to take on a part-time job.

At that moment, a colleague approached Rena with utmost courtesy, politely requesting her presence in the director's office.

Rena trailed behind her, ascending to the second floor where the director's office resided. The assistant rapped on the door and announced, "Miss Rayne, Miss Gordon is here.”

"Please, come in," a melodic female voice responded.

Rena turned the knob and entered.