He pinched her cheek affectionately and added, "I won't permit you to fret over him, even if he is your uncle."

Knowing Waylen's tendency for jealousy, especially when it came to men, Rena chose not to argue. Instead, she motioned for him to get in the car.

"Let's head back. Lexi will spend the night here and we'll pick her up tomorrow evening.”

Wrapping his arms around her slender waist, Waylen whispered, "That's what my parents suggested. They want us to have a night to ourselves. Rena, shall we try for a baby tonight?"

Rena was left momentarily speechless.