Her expression lacked its former brilliance.

Yet, there was a newfound maturity about her.

Harold had never imagined that Cecilia could evolve in such a manner; he had always seen her as someone who would never grow up.

But here she stood, transformed into a fine, mature woman he could never have fathomed... all for the sake of another man.

When the former couple crossed paths, an overwhelming silence fell upon them.

Harold found himself incapable of inquiring about Mark, his emotions tied in knots.

Throughout his life, he was involved with numerous women, yet deep down, he acknowledged that he had let both Rena and Cecilia slip away.

Laying eyes on Cecilia once more, Harold felt as though an eternity had passed since they were together.

However, Cecilia had moved on and her heart now belonged elsewhere.

In Rena's direction, she gestured to her chest and assured her, "I'll change it.”

Rena responded with a nod and a gentle smile.

As Harold's face displayed a sense of loss, Rena refrained from speaking aloud. She understood that some people only grasp the weight of their regrets once they'd forever lost someone dear.

In arush, Harold departed with his date, who hadn't even tried on any dress.

As they were leaving, they unexpectedly encountered Waylen.

After parking the car, Waylen squinted at Harold and the two men exchanged fleeting glances as they passed each other.

Upon entering the studio, he saw Rena sipping tea while perusing a magazine.

Waylen settled down beside her and remarked, "You remain remarkably composed upon meeting your old flame.”

Nonchalantly, Rena continued flipping through the magazine and responded, "You were my old flame too. No, wait... Oh, | almost forgot. We were married once, making you my ex-husband."

Waylen chuckled, his anger dissipating.

In a hushed tone, he said, "You were just as spirited last night. Why so sharp-tongued right now?"

Rena knew well that women often ended up on the losing end in such bickerings with men.

Recalling her disheveled appearance from the previous night, Rena blushed and playfully scolded, "You rascal."