He held Rena in high regard and held her friend in great respect. @

He alighted from the car alongside Rena, entered the establishment, and greeted Vera. Before departing, he affectionately tousled Vera's son's hair.

As he distanced himself, Vera smiled and remarked, “He's truly changed."

Rena ordered an iced coffee.

With a gentle stir of her coffee, she took a sip and smiled “What exactly has changed?"

Vera whispered, "Well, he's not quite the same as before. In the past, it was challenging to establish a connection with Waylen But now, he's easier to get along with..."

Vera gestured towards Rena and added, "It's a _ positive development for you."

Rena returned the smile.

Vera patted Rena's hand and said, "Don't dismiss it lightly Truthfully, he treats you well. You can put him to the test and if you find his love to be genuine, embrace it. Just look at his physique and countenance... Where else will you find a man like him?"

Rena blushed slightly.

In response, she asked, "Am I with him solely for his looks and physique?"

Vera cast a glance at her son and whispered, "I suppose he's skilled in the bedroom."

Rena nearly spat out her coffee.

She glanced at James.

Fortunately, this little boy was not as perceptive as Alexis and remained oblivious to the comment.

Rena was on the verge of discussing it with Vera when, in the next instant, she froze.

She caught sight of Cecilia.

Adjacent to the coffee shop was a bustling milk tea shop, with a long line extending from its entrance.

In the middle of the queue stood Cecilia, holding the hand of a two-year-old boy.

As time passed, the boy grew increasingly restless, prompting Cecilia to pick him up.

Rena observed them quietly.

Not long after, her eyes welled up with tears.