And they never caught a glimpse of Ren again.
It was as if she had vanished from the face of the earth.
News outlets continued to flash her pictures, urging the public to come forward with any sightings, but no one ever called to report anything.
This wasn't a coincidence—Ross had made sure of it. He had gone to certain lengths to keep Ren, and even Althea, hidden during this time.
With his reputation and growing fame, any public exposure of their presence would've brought him endless headaches.
Paparazzi, reporters, and prying eyes would have made their lives a circus. For Ross, maintaining control over his circumstances was paramount.
Still, he wasn't above using Ren when it suited him. But for the rest of the world, it was as though she no longer existed.
"Hmm…"
"Wake up, Ren!" A cheerful voice broke through her thoughts.
