Chapter 2411 “That's it?" she asked with a hint of surprise.

Alexis tapped the desk with her pen and instructed, “Transfer all the available funds from my personal account to Edwin, and also inquire about my savings in the Rouemn bank. I need to access a significant sum of money.” The chief financial officer hesitated for a moment.

“Would you like to retain a portion of it?" Alexis chuckled.

“Huh... The Smith family has deep roots in Duefron for decades. While Edwin is a business elite, his foundation is still not on par with the Smith family. I can’t bear to see him fail. If Edwin loses, he'll be deeply ashamed in front of his wife.” ANGELA'sLIBRARY The chief financial officer smiled and said, “You really care about him." With a smile, Alexis sighed.

“I've been meaning to treat him to a milk tea for quite a while.

Alexis recalled the time when she had gone to visit her mother with the driver and had crossed paths with her aunt and Edwin.

It had been the first occasion when Alexis had laid eyes on Edwin.

Edwin bore such a striking resemblance to Alexis that she was almost certain at first glance that they were family.

But Edwin lived in such a small house.

Edwin had followed his mother, standing in line under the scorching sun to purchase milk tea. When he finally received his milk tea, he drank it so fast...

Alexis was fiercely protective of her family members.

Despite being the prospective heir to the Evans family, in Alexis’ Edwin still remained that little brother who needed her to eyes, take care of.

The chief financial officer promptly carried out Alexis’s instructions.

In the afternoon, Alexis received a message from Edwin, which read, “Thanks, Lexi." After reading the message, Alexis just smiled.

At that moment, her assistant whispered at the door.

“Miss Fowler, Mr. Leonel Douglas from Genesis Investment wishes to discuss matters related to setting the legal team with you.” Leonel? Alexis hadn't anticipated his return. Was he determined to continue bothering her? Alexis raised her head and saw Leonel.

Chapter 2412 The assistant, aware of the underlying tension between them, quickly devised an excuse and excused herself.

Alexis gestured for Leonel to close the door. She poured a glass of water for him and placed it in front of him. In a professional tone, she said, “Actually, you could have delegated this minor matter to one of your subordinates.” “I wanted to see you." Leonel had spent a considerable amount of time abroad, so he was always quite frank when talking about his feelings.

Fortunately, Alexis was also thick-skinned.

She smiled serenely.

“Unfortunately, I have no desire to see you.

Well, let's get down to business.” He had no reason to pay her another visit if they had already settled the matter previously.

When discussing business matters, they refrained from playful banter.

They were both professional regarding.

Throughout the negotiation, both of them sought to secure terms that were most favorable to their respective interests.

Ultimately, it was Alexis who decided to make a concession.

After signing the documents, Leonel fixed his gaze on her and inquired, “Are you facing financial difficulties?” He was well aware of her temperament. If she had no urgent need for the money, she wouldn't have budged during the final negotiation.

Alexis cleared up the desk.

She let out a disdainful snort.

“Mr. Douglas, it's none of your concern.” Leonel remained composed and withdrew a cigarette from his pocket, though he didn't light it.

He seldom smoked in front of Alexis.

Even though there were times when she would light a cigarette, he subconsciously didn’t want her to inhale second-hand smoke. In his eyes, she remained the beautiful girl in a bubble skirt.

But now she was a little rough.

He asked Alexis, “Is it for Edwin? I can help.” Alexis laughed.

Chapter 2413 “That's new. Weren't you and Edwin so close in the past? Didn't you go abroad to study together? And now, you want to assist him, but you're negotiating terms with me? Leonel, know this.

Edwin will never betray me. Just give up.” Leonel fixed his gaze on her and uttered, “Alexis, you know me all too well.” There was something Leonel didn’t mention to Alexis.

After he had sent her that letter that year and after they split up, he later got a girlfriend.

During that period, Edwin had engaged in a heated dispute with Leonel.

ANGELA'sLIBRARY Since then, their interactions had been minimal. In fact, among the younger generation of the Evans family and the Fowler family, Edwin harbored the strongest aversion towards Leonel.

Despite his feelings, Edwin didn’t display any animosity on his face and maintained a polite demeanor when interacting with Leonel.

Alexis’ concern for Edwin made Leonel refrain from broaching the subject.

Alexis wasn't in the mood for an argument. She rose from her seat and stated, “Our discussion is concluded, Mr. Douglas. Please leave.” Leonel’s gaze remained inscrutable, his eyes deep and enigmatic.

He whispered.

“Can I invite you to dinner? It’s nearly the end of the workday. You must be thinking about dinner, aren't you?” Alexis refused.

“I'm sorry, Mr. Douglas. I have an appointment.” Leonel didn't force her.

Alexis summoned her assistant to escort Leonel out. Once he had departed, she took the check, contacted the accountant to document it, and subsequently sent the money to Edwin.

Alexis did it not only for Edwin, but also for her aunt Cecilia.

had endured significant hardships

and she wanted to

didn't feel tired until

been overly occupied lately, which had left her feeling quite tense. She contemplated on drinking alone

a bar that night, though Alexis donned a business suit, her striking appearance and demeanor made it inevitable that many would attempt to approach

didn't make advances

sat there in silence, savoring her

meters away, silently observing her. She preferred getting intoxicated alone over sharing

Alexis also saw him.

looked at each other without saying

moment, a well-dressed man approached

and she didn't notice

around Alexis’ slender waist and whispered something into her ear. Just as she was about to frown and decline,

swung a powerful punch

touch her!” A scream erupted from the bar as the man

The glass shattered.

sufficient. He hoisted the man by his collar and delivered another blow. The man appeared to be a good-looking individual who lacked the ability to

a good beating and kicked him a few

man groaned

and tossed it onto the man. Then, he took hold of Alexis

entire incident, Alexis

it didn’t affect her in the least,

but Alexis was clear

Leonel just...

The fact that they had been apart for eight years due to his own choices, or that she might not

hand was injured and showed signs of

his eyes and fixed his gaze

of the night, Leonel was unlike the composed

an injured and

beside Alexis’ neck and spoke in

what I should do. What do I need to do to bring us back together?” With a faint smile, Alexis replied, “The past is

take you to

refused, whispering, “Calvin is in the hospital. Aren't you concerned that

so neither of them could

facility, Leonel underwent an X-ray

bone on his palm, rendering Alexis

did you brawl with that

the nurse to cast his hand in plaster. The nurse was surprised as she rarely

eyes on anyone as

an air

and figure were impeccable. Clad in a shirt, her curves were accentuated by the way it hugged her breasts and tapered her

mental images of Leonel and

she became careless and inadvertently inflicted further

comforting curve of Alexis’ soft belly. She playfully tugged at his ebony locks and remarked, “Leonel, you're nearly thirty. Do you think you're still a baby?” The nurse discreetly smiled from her amusement, covering her mouth with her

nestled against Alexis, his voice a

disapproved of his mischievous demeanor and warned, “When you return, you better not divulge the real cause of your injury.” Leonel

lengthy pause, he whispered, “Aren't you somewhat responsible for my injury? If you evade your duty,

want the entire world privy to this gossip, would you?” Alexis responded

Like that’s all you picked up while abroad,” she

“How, pray tell, am I responsible for this? Shall I

stay at your place until my hand heals, and you should look after me in the meantime.” Arms folded across her chest, Alexis peered at

yourself on purpose?” she

Leonel offered

her decision, confident she wouldn't make

her family discovering the incident; on the other, she didn’t wish to

he had to leverage his love rival's involvement

Alexis remained tight-lipped.

from pushing her further. They exited the hospital and

shocked. He swallowed hard and inquired, “Is Mr. Douglas accompanying us?” Alexis cautioned, “Don't tell my father about this.” Ross wore

is a welcome development. Your father will be delighted.” Alexis

that Alexis held the upper hand in their dynamic, effectively silencing

Once they exited the vehicle, Alexis courteously held the door open for

ANGELA'sLIBRARY Leonel complied with a

a strained smile that bore more resemblance to a

dead of the night, Alexis led the way, with

stepped into the elevator,

Alexis appeared lost in her

reached her

Nighttime had found her sipping on some

respite, leaning against

turned to him and

can cook?” Leonel reacted with

letting it casually drape

cater to your needs, Mr. Douglas?” With that,

for a prolonged spell before he spoke

need,” Alexis dismissed the

Alexis into the kitchen.

propped himself against the

so foolish in the past, that might have been their everyday life with Alexis. They would each pursue their own careers, work through the day, return home in the evening, and share the task of cooking. Although most of the time,

they would occasionally work late, and then unwind together in front

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