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.

significant

Cecilia and she wanted

didn't feel tired until

lately, which had left her feeling quite tense. She contemplated on drinking alone tonight to

a bar that night, though Alexis donned a business suit, her striking appearance and demeanor made it inevitable

didn't make

there in

observing her. She preferred getting intoxicated alone

Alexis also saw him.

looked at each other

moment, a well-dressed man approached and

was distracted, and

Alexis’ slender waist and whispered something into her ear. Just as she

powerful punch

as the man staggered backward, colliding with a table and

The glass shattered.

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

gave the man a good beating and kicked

groaned

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

entire incident,

men engaged in altercations on her behalf, it didn’t affect her in the least, let alone Leonel’s

not know, but Alexis was clear

Leonel just...

her. The fact that they had been apart for eight years due to his own choices, or that she might not be his for the remainder of his life, drove him

injured and

injuries. He squinted his eyes and fixed his gaze on Alexis. In the next moment, he pressed

of the night, Leonel was unlike the composed

injured and

neck and spoke in

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

to the

hospital. Aren't you

injured, so neither of them could

facility, Leonel

a broken bone on his palm, rendering Alexis momentarily speechless.

brawl with that man?” she chided,

the nurse to cast his hand in plaster.

eyes on anyone as

exuded an air

her curves were accentuated by the

nurse couldn't help but conjure mental images of Leonel

careless and

curve of Alexis’ soft belly. She playfully tugged at his ebony locks and remarked, “Leonel, you're nearly

his voice a hushed

disapproved of his mischievous demeanor and warned, “When you return, you better not divulge the real cause of

your duty, I can always summon that person

world privy to this gossip,

all you picked up while abroad,” she

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

until my hand heals, and you should look after me in the meantime.” Arms folded across her chest,

you injure yourself on purpose?”

2416 Leonel offered a

confident she wouldn't make a

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

felt a pang of frustration that he had to leverage his love rival's involvement to secure his place

Alexis remained tight-lipped.

pushing her further. They exited the hospital and stepped into the waiting

apartment.” The driver, Ross, appeared shocked. He swallowed hard and inquired, “Is Mr. Douglas accompanying us?” Alexis

with you is a welcome development. Your father will be delighted.” Alexis shot Ross

the upper hand in their dynamic, effectively silencing

Once they exited the vehicle, Alexis

Leonel complied with

that bore

of the night, Alexis led the way, with Leonel trailing

they stepped into the elevator, a heavy silence enveloped

against the elevator’s wall, Alexis appeared lost in her

they reached her

the kitchen. Nighttime had found her sipping on

respite, leaning against

to him and asked, “How about

cook?” Leonel reacted

letting it casually drape

needs, Mr.

prolonged spell before

me handle this." “No need,” Alexis dismissed

caretaker?” Undeterred, Leonel followed Alexis into the kitchen. Her lithe figure moved

the kitchen counter,

would each pursue their own careers, work through the day, return home in the evening, and share

and then unwind together in front of the television

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