At that moment, both Rena and Cecilia were in a daze. Nobody had anticipated that one day Cecilia, who hailed from a wealthy and influential family, would be relieved by a sum of mere $10, 000.

Rena felt a wave of sadness wash over her.

Once they stepped out of the dilapidated building, Rena leaned against a tree and began to sob uncontrollably.

Alexis held onto Rena's leg tightly, prompting Rena to crouch down, gather the little girl in her arms, and continue weeping.

Stroking Alexis' head, Rena heard her say, “Daddy would feel sorry for you if he knew."

Gradually, Rena regained her composure.

Of course, she couldn't let Cecilia and her child continue living in such conditions, and it wouldn't be appropriate to confide in Korbyn. If they were to learn of the situation, disappointment and sadness would surely befall them.

Rena thought it would be best to let Waylen handle it.

She touched Alexis' head gently and whispered, "When your daddy comes home tonight, tell him that I cried and you saw your aunt. Do you understand?"

Alexis raised her little head and pondered for a while before asking, “Why don't you tell Daddy directly?"

Rena sighed.

Her relationship with Waylen was still uncertain, and she couldn't bring herself to cry in front of him.

Shaking her head, Alexis thought to herself how complicated the world of adults could be.

At eight o'clock in the evening, Waylen returned from work just as Rena was teaching Alexis to play the piano.

Rena looked stunning in her dress that showed her slender waist and delicate legs.

Alexis skillfully played the piano while Waylen sat beside Rena, preparing to tease her.

Suddenly, he froze.

Upon seeing him, Rena paused and asked gently, “Have you had dinner?"

Waylen smiled and remarked, "I'm not accustomed to your sudden tenderness. But since you've asked... Cook me a bowl of noodles then!" ©

Rena headed to the kitchen, and Waylen took off his coat, tossing it aside.

He picked up Alexis and asked, "What's wrong with your mommy?"

Alexis remembered her mission.