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.
It saddened her to see Cecilia, who had been pampered since childhood, now waiting in line under the scorching sun, holding a child.
Cecilia no longer adorned herself in luxury attire.
Instead, she wore a simple white shirt and worn-out jeans.
She appeared much thinner than before, with little trace of her former spoiled nature etched on her face.
Rena closed her eyes, and Vera, who had noticed Cecilia as well, exclaimed in astonishment, “Isn’t that Cecilia? When did she have a child?”
Given Vera’s nature, she was ready to rush over and bring Cecilia back immediately.
Rena, however, halted her, stating firmly, “No!”
She had experienced similar circumstances and understood Cecilia’s predicament.
Cecilia must have chosen not to return home out of her immense love for her child. She feared her parents’ sorrow and disappointment, worried that they might force her to terminate the pregnancy.
Lowering her voice, Rena whispered, “Vera, keep quiet!”
Just then, the driver arrived with Alexis.
Spotting Rena in tears, Alexis rushed over, pressing herself against her mother’s chest.
With her little hands, she wiped away Rena’s tears and cooed, “Mom, don’t cry!”
Envious of Alexis’ sweet gestures, Vera remarked, “Alexis is so adorable!”
Rena responded softly, “Stay a little longer. I’m going to talk to Cecilia. And don’t mention this to Roscoe. I’m afraid Cecilia might panic and run away again.”
Aware of the situation’s gravity, Vera nodded in agreement.
“Have a good conversation with her.”
Rena approached Cecilia with Alexis by her side.
At that moment, Cecilia had purchased a cup of milk tea and was about to leave with the boy in her arms. Rena called out gently from behind, “Cecilia Cecilia froze.
She turned her head slowly and saw Rena and Alexis.
Her trembling lips betrayed her emotions.