Waylen clasped her hand firmly and pleaded, “It's just a meal, nothing more. I will sign the papers after that.”

His gaze pleaded earnestly, his determination unyielding.

Finally, Rena relented.

Taking her place in his vehicle, Rena watched as Waylen dialed Jazlyn instructing her on his request. Evidently, Jazlyn had anticipated this arrangement well in advance, for she promptly acquiesced.

Half an hour later, Waylen steered the car toward the apartment.