Alexis still trembled with fear.

She nestled closer in Rena's arms, yearning to find her father.

Rena contemplated carrying Alexis to Waylen's room...

However, the moment she opened the door, the roaring thunder and blinding flashes of lightning filled the outside.

Suddenly, a gust of wind blew open a window.

Rain and wind inundated the room instantly, soaking the floor near the window.

With no hesitation, Rena decided.

She swiftly wrapped Alexis in a blanket and resolved to take her to Waylen.

As she was about to reached the door, the bedroom door creaked open first.

Waylen, clad in a bathrobe, approached them through the darkness. With a gentle gesture, he took Alexis from Rena's arms and whispered, "The power is out. And the backup power is dead. You two should go and sleep in my room.”

Rena found herself unable to resist as fear and uncertainty gripped her heart.

With one hand holding Alexis and the other grasping Rena's hand, Waylen led them to the master bedroom.

His mere presence seemed to calm Alexis’ fears and she clung tightly to him even as they settled on the bed.

Sideways on the bed, Waylen patiently coaxed Alexis, tenderly soothing her with gentle pats.

After about half an hour, amidst the soothing rhythm, Alexis gradually relaxed and nestled into his protective embrace.

Playfully, Alexis rested her feet on Waylen's abdominal muscles and he continued the gentle patting motion on her back.

Then, his gaze shifted to Rena.

In the midst of such tempestuous weather, they found themselves sharing the same bed, their child nestled between them.

Waylen's heart softened as he held Alexis close, his fingers reaching out to lightly touch Rena's fingertips.

“Are you asleep?" he inquired softly.

Of course, Rena hadn't dozed off. Feeling his tender touch, his fingertips slightly warmer, she felt as though her heart was ablaze.

Hastily, she closed her eyes and replied, “I'm ready to sleep."