Rena joined him on the sofa.
Korbyn cherished Rena deeply, so he didn’t hesitate to share his true thoughts with her. He said softly, “I actually approve of Cecilia being with your uncle but it seems that Mark is facing a dilemma.”
Rena listened attentively to Korbyn’s words.
After a long pause, he whispered, “If Mark can’t make her happy, no one else can.”
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtThen Korbyn departed.
Sitting there alone, sipping the fragrant tea brought by a servant, Rena pondered Korbyn’s words for a long while before faintly smiling.
Indeed, Korbyn was a good father and his mindset was remarkably open. His only concern had always been his beloved daughter’s true happiness.
Rena ascended the stairs to check on Cecilia.
After conversing together throughout the morning, Cecilia finally lapsed into slumber.
Rena gently tucked her in.
As Rena descended the stairs, she felt somewhat melancholic. For over a year, she couldn’t forget the moment when Cecilia took Edwin to the milk tea stand. After queuing for so long, Cecilia was only able to buy a single cup.
Rena called Mark.
Mark’s voice sounded weary but he asked tenderly, “How is she?”
“She’s alright. Just a little sad,” Rena replied.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmAfter much hesitation, Rena finally mustered the courage to ask what was on her mind. “Uncle Mark, is it true what the newspapers are saying? Are you truly going to be engaged to Miss Wilson?”
After a brief silence, Mark replied softly, “Help me take care of her for another six months.”
That was all he needed it before he could finally…
Rena understood the sensitivity of the matter and ceased her inquiries, diverting the conversation to Edwin.
Although Edwin was of kindergarten age, Mark firmly opposed sending him, so he stayed home for another year.
At four o’clock in the afternoon, Rena picked up Alexis and headed home.
Waylen returned home earlier than expected, bringing Edwin with him. The two kids clambered onto the piano, and immersed themselves in playful melodies while Waylen found solace in their cheerful innocence.
while Waylen found solace in their cheerful innocence.