Eventually, Waylen abruptly ended the call

After spending three days in the Evans family residence, Rena returned to Duefron.

The chauffeur dropped her off at her apartment. There, a black Maybach awaited her with its windows rolled down. A man, leaning against the open window with his arm extended, incessantly smoked.

It was Waylen.

The moment he caught sight of Rena, he swung the door open and stepped out of the car. Taking her suitcase from her hand, he uttered, "You're back."

"Yes," replied Rena.

Having not seen each other for nearly half a month, they discovered a hint of unfamiliarity Lingering between them

Waylen extinguished his cigarette and walked ahead of her towards the elevator.

Rena considered stopping him but, upon witnessing his desolate figure, she swallowed her words and followed him upstairs.

As Rena unlocked the door, Waylen couldn't resist embracing her from behind.

She tensed up momentarily.

Sensing her reaction, Waylen softly whispered into her ear, “I won't do anything else. It's been a while since we shared a meal together. How about we cook some chicken noodles?"

“Okay," acquiesced Rena.

She pushed the door open and stepped inside, with Waylen trailing behind. He scanned the surroundings and inquired, “Where is our dog?"

Rena smiled and replied, "He is currently in Czanch."

Waylen turned her body around, gently pressing her onto the sofa, and inquired in a hushed tone, “Are you considering giving our dog the same surname as Evans?”

Rena found his question mundane and absurd.

Thus, she pushed him away and made her way to the kitchen to prepare the noodles. Having skipped Lunch as well, she longed for a warm and savory dish.

Waylen poured a glass of milk for her.

Resting against the kitchen counter, he appeared composed as he stated,

“I heard that the project in Heron has been successfully initiated."

Rena nodded, affirming, “Yes, it's progressing smoothly. I'll have Zack stationed there for two months, overseeing the project entirely. You needn't worry about his capabilities. His father will support him and lend a hand during critical moments."