Chapter 2341 Noticing her demeanor, Waylen grew irritated.

Pointing at her, he said, “You're making headlines again! That toy boy you're with, are you sure he isn't up to something?” Alexis had been frequently captured on camera with Calvin.

Waylen wasn't a stranger to the ways of the world; he understood that Calvin craved recognition.

Alexis reached for the newspaper and let out a chuckle.

“Isn't it typical for a celebrity to aspire to marry into a wealthy family? Calvin and I have simply swapped the traditional gender roles. Hey, he's quite the sweet one. How about I tie the knot with him and bring him home to provide company for you and Mom? He's got a fantastic singing voice. Hed certainly liven up the household!” Waylen sneered.

“Can he bear children?” Alexis grinned mischievously.

“Well, I can’t marry a woman either, can I? I'm not really a lesbian.” “You'll surely be the death of me, you little devil!” Waylen's anger was simmering beneath the surface.

At that very moment, Leonel descended from upstairs, clad in casual home attire.

He was radiating sharpness and energy.

Oblivious to everyone else, Alexis narrowed her eyes appreciatively for a moment; then, she spotted him standing halfway down the staircase, earnestly posing a question.

“Are you interested in having a child? I could stay home and take care of it.” Alexis understood his meaning.

With a smug grin, she retorted, “I wouldn't dream of having Mr. Douglas as a babysitter.” Leonel’s gaze bore into her.

“Looking after my own child, how does that equate to babysitting?” Alexis found the conversation somewhat annoying.

She replied lazily, “If you desire a child, find one of your flings to bear it for you. My time is valuable.

“Not having children and just marrying for the sake of sex is also an option!”

Chapter 2342 Leonel declared boldly but with a determined expression.

Waylen stood there, taken aback.

Leonel had, without a doubt, exceeded his mentor’s boldness. Back in his youth, Waylen had never uttered such words in the presence of Rena's parents. He pondered if he had been too permissive in raising those two.

Before he could impart any wisdom, his daughter exhibited no hint of embarrassment either.

“Look for someone else when you're in the mood. Don't even think about bothering me!” Alexis declared.

Waylen rose to his feet, clearing his throat.

“Let's have our meal!” It was only then that Leonel reined in his audacity.

Rena descended the stairs at the moment, and he offered his assistance, earning a gentle smile from her.

“Leonel, have you found someone?” Rena asked softly.

Leonel glanced at Alexis.

She just sat gracefully at the dining table, eating her meal with such tranquility that it begged the question of how much effort it took to horn such composure.

Just the mere thought of it riled him.

In truth, Leonel was envious, but he didn't dare to inquire. He didn’t dare to probe into her relationships over the past eight years, how many men she had been involved with, or even contemplate what place he still occupied in her Life.

Angela's Library Their relationship had never truly begun.

Meanwhile, Alexis had indeed experienced romantic relationships with others, as with Calvin.

He wondered if she genuinely didn’t care anymore.

After a lengthy pause, Leonel finally responded, “Not right now.” Rena nodded, her gaze shifting to Waylen with concern.

“You have many acquaintances. Surely, one of your business partners could be a suitable match for Leonel, right?” She had a straightforward notion that Leonel had come to live with them since he was little, so he was family and naturally she cared for him.

But he was also still a Douglas. She was determined not to let his family lineage end with him.

Waylen observed the two young ones, and then served some food to his wife's plate, gently remarking, “Our children will forge their own destinies. It's sufficient that we lead comfortable lives ourselves.

Delving too deeply into it and our kindness may not be well-received.

Chapter 2343 If he becomes unhappy and ventures abroad once more, or if he happens upon some random woman and has a child with her, where will you turn to for solace then?” Rena continued to cast anxious glances at Leonel.

At that moment, Alexis chimed in, “Dad, aren't you a bit old-fashioned? What's wrong with having a mixed-race child? Good looks are always the valuable currency these days." Waylen shifted his gaze to Leonel as well.

Leonel didn't laugh; instead, he spoke with deliberate slowness.

“I have a preference for pure-breed.” He was insinuating something, but Alexis simply brushed it aside.

She had long ceased to care about Leonel’s taste in women.

Following the meal, Alexis retreated to the cozy Lounge to indulge in some piano practice. Ever since she had taken up her job, there had been scant time for such pursuits, nor had she been in the right frame of mind for them. However, that afternoon offered a rare respite, and the sunshine streaming through was also inviting.

She wore a delicate Issey Miyake dress.

It featured a black knitted top and a billowy white chiffon skirt below.

Her lengthy brown tresses cascaded down her back.

She played Fir Elise as always, purely for her own amusement, with no intention to impress anyone.

lingered in the doorway, silently savoring

span of time since he had last heard Alexis play the

remarkable talent and played with finesse, but her aspirations

leaned against the piano, lighting a cigarette as he

China for my career.” “Your admirers abroad will undoubtedly be heartbroken!”

interested?” Alexis ceased

him with a

you need within my firm.” “What if I

don't have the time for these little romantic charades. Let's

the room to

return, Alexis leaned against the piano, sipping her

gifted Rena, and now Rena seldom touched it; it was almost always Alexis who

an effortless grace as she

nearer, he

let's talk about our personal

a step closer. One of his lengthy legs subtly positioned itself between hers. Alexis couldn't be

Alexis glanced up.

if you're in search of female companionship, I can introduce you to some.” She

a spark of hope in her to jolt him back

since it wasn't scalding hot, Leonel remained unresponsive.

back. Don't get any ideas

light tone, “Why did you help Calvin? Is it because he resembles me, or because his experiences mirror

this years spent abroad scrambled your brain? What on earth are you thinking? I

“Naturally, it's because he’s youthful and handsome, in great shape, and, well-endowed. Do you desire a more detailed account? I'm not opposed to sharing. We are, after all, good friends.” Leonel

down, he didn't truly

toward Calvin was undeniable, but he still possessed some semblance of sound judgment. He knew that, within her heart, Alexis still held some affection for

she refused to

conversation with him. She briskly pushed him aside and ascended the staircase

had no intention of sparking a fight

his room to change his trousers. Just as he was on the brink of descending the stairs, the sound of a car engine starting reached his

ventured out onto the balcony

there in silence, watching until her taillights vanished into the distance. After a considerable duration, he took out a cigarette and lit

return home for the subsequent

she simply chuckled it off, offering various

call, Waylen remarked to his wife and Leonel, “Looks like we have a phantom haunting our home; that's why she refuses

saying more but ultimately

came yet another week

had grown milder, and the nights were

had indulged in

in hand, she exhibited a slight wobble, prompting her assistant

slow,

the gesture with a

can head back. I'm not intoxicated.” She had indeed imbibed some

maintain her balance, her assistant nodded and departed

Leaning against the elevator wall, Alexis awaited its arrival. With a “ding,” the doors parted, and she glanced

her door, clad in a black leisure jacket, clutching an insulated food container, his

inside

regarded him, her

door continued its ceaseless cycle of opening and

a languid grace. She employed

trailed behind her, and she made no attempt to stop him. She nonchalantly tossed her briefcase onto the sofa, shedding her coat and collapsing

blouse paired with

Her distinctly feminine and

some hangover tea for you to sober up and two types of snacks you used to adore when you were

let out a soft laugh, her voice unexpectedly taking on a

what I currently fancy to

pivoted to face Alexis, who met his gaze without hesitation. She even casually kicked off

were already engrossed in a

waist tightly, consuming her with an almost voracious hunger. Unrestrained gasps and moans reverberated through the apartment,

became entwined in his

in

other, a deft touch of her hand caused his belt buckle to release with a

neck, Alexis whispered against his Lips, “Impressive kissing skills, Mr. Douglas.” Leonel’'s complexion bore a faint

involuntarily a few times before he ardently kissed her once more. He carried her into the master bedroom, saturated with the lingering fragrance of a

braced against the bed, their intense kisses growing

the throes of passion, they merged their

traced her fingers along his handsome countenance, lifting beads of sweat as substantial as peas from his skin. She chuckled

his jaw and ardently

it was already

slapped his cheek, saying, “Don't be so voracious.” She then enveloped herself

sat upright, lighting a post-sex cigarette. He intended to wait for Alexis to finish

from her shower after a mere five minutes. Catching sight of him, deep in thought, leaning against the headboard, she let out a soft laugh as she lifted the comforter and settled

forget to turn off the lights outside when you leave. I prefer a dimmer

me out?” What kind of man would depart his sweethearts abode in

place?” Leonel swiftly turned her

us, shouldn't we address our relationship properly?” Alexis opened

Don't kid with me! Did you arrive here wearing a chastity belt? Didn't you feel pleasure just moments

committed to being with you!” Alexis playfully patted his face once

compliant, like not harboring jealousy or possessiveness. Oh, I almost forgot to mention Calvin will be delivering breakfast tomorrow morning.

said casually, “I was being rather generous with you since you persisted in pestering me. I have

2348 Leonel was a proud

him as nothing more than a plaything; hence, she

him seriously in the slightest. To her, that

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