Vera's words echoed in her mind: Harold was insane. How could he commit so many terrible deeds and still pretend to be affectionate?

She despised him, and her body stiffened with resistance.

But Harold, blinded by his desires, paid Little attention.

He sneered, confident that she would eventually yield to him.

No matter what, she had to Listen to him. And he would definitely make her an obedient Little puppy eventually.

Realizing it was time to part ways, Rena made her exit.

Harold accompanied her to the villa gate before she left.

Then, he placed a set of keys in her trembling hand.

“I'LL drop the case tomorrow. Your father and stepmother will be safe,"

He murmured, a faint smile playing on his lips.

"Rena, I don't want to wait too long. Please don't disappoint me, alright?"

Beneath the porch's soft glow, Rena spoke up casually, hiding her inner turmoil.

“Harold, when have I ever let you down?"

Her gaze met his, her eyes filled with no emotion.

They were devoid of the love and tenderness that once resided there, replaced only by resentment.

Unwilling to confront her eyes, Harold Looked away and offered her a ride.

However, Rena refused.

“It's raining. Don't you want to give me a chance to be a proper gentleman for you?" he teased, hoping to salvage something.

With a small smile, Rena lowered her head and replied, “Harold, I've told you that you don't have to do all this." And with that, she gently pushed him away and departed.

As Harold watched her fading figure, a nagging feeling gnawed at him.

No matter what he did to keep Rena by his side, he sensed that she would never love him again.

But he refused to dwell on disappointment for long.