Chapter 2441 Alexis didn't respond and just bent down to change her shoes.

But as she departed, her gaze involuntarily returned to Leonel. He was engrossed in a phone conversation, standing by the floor-to-ceiling window, dressed in casual attire but retaining his allure, much like her father.

Silently observing him, Alexis couldn't help but linger.

Abruptly, Leonel turned his head. The voice on the other end of the line persisted, but it became indistinct to him.

His gaze locked onto Alexis.

He contemplated questioning her about the intent behind that look, wondering if she still harbored feelings for him.

Alexis averted her eyes and took her leave.

The door closed, and Leonel continued to gaze for a prolonged moment.

Alexis leaned against the door panel.

She cast her eyes downward and lightly licked her lips, her heart in a state of restlessness.

That couldn't go on with Leonel any longer.

Attempting to divert her thoughts, she took Olivia and Laura shopping, but her mood remained elusive.

Affectionately, Olivia hugged her arm and even treated her to a massage when they arrived at a dessert shop.

Alexis gently pulled the little girl's hand.

Sighing softly, she murmured, “Looking at you young girls as beautiful as flowers, I feel like I'm already eighty!” Olivia blinked and shared, “Uncle Waylen seemed upset last night, pacing back and forth. Auntie Rena then told him to stop, and he just said, ‘How could Alexis do this? And that Leonel, he was rebelling! These two ended up sleeping together in such an ambiguous situation. Rena, aren't you going to do something about it?” Olivia vividly recounted the events.

The introverted Laura smiled with pursed Lips.

Alexis blushed, giving Olivia a playful glare.

“I seriously need to sew up that chatty mouth of yours.” “But you wouldn't do that to me!” Olivia teased, snuggling up, “Alexis, spill the beans! What's the deal with Leonel now? He must have some top-notch features, both hardware and software, to catch your attention!” Taking a sip of her juice, Alexis mumbled, “Well, he’s quite handsome.” With stars twinkling in her eyes, Olivia held her little face in admiration.

Chapter 2442 She silently rooted for them.

Yet, Alexis quickly added, “But it was just a temporary thing, so it doesn't really count! He's moving out in a few days.” Olivia couldn't accept this.

“That's not going to fly! You can't let the good stuff slip through your fingers and fall into the hands of outsiders. Take it back, capital and all, just like Edwin did to get Laura back! He's like a bone- hungry dog, chewing on every last bit!" Laura blushed a bit.

But she couldn't be upset with Olivia, whom she liked so much.

Alexis playfully patted Olivia's little hand.

“Haha! Uncle Mark and Aunt Cecilia have been quite generous to Laura. I reckon Edwin is just a bad investment!” Olivia mulled it over and found the logic in it too.

She rambled on, divulging every little detail about Alexis and Leonel’s escapade in bed. After the meal, Alexis made a quick retreat.

She aimlessly drove around.

She kept muttering under her breath. At her age, she couldn't believe she was getting grilled about her feelings by a little brat.

This is all Leonel's fault! She thought.

The meal didn't quite hit the spot. Alexis had always been a picky eater.

She sought out a place to satisfy her appetite.

The phone interrupted her thoughts. It was Leonel.

In his usual gentle tone, Leonel asked, “Where are you? Should I come pick you up?” Alexis, stubborn as ever, retorted, “I'm having a blast! Mr. Douglas, what's the deal? You don't have any friends, so you have to cling to me all the time like this? Honestly, I'm starting to feel sorry for you!” Leonel flashed a playful grin.

“Yep, you're all I have now!” FEST Sms A ET CT Koos Shortly afterward, Leonel sent her a snapshot of a table adorned with a spread of Thai cuisine.

It looked undeniably authentic at first glance.

Having such a dashing man at home, who had taken the time to prepare a feast of her favorite dishes, the mere thought of it stirred her heart.

Chapter 2443 Alexis tried to suppress the temptation repeatedly.

In the end, she made up her mind to visit Calvin.

It had been nearly a week since they last met. She aimed to maintain a simple relationship with Calvin. Once he fully recovered, he could resume shooting, find a girlfriend, and eventually embark on the path to marriage.

What Calvin desired from her, she had long ago bestowed upon Leonel.

Alexis carried a bouquet and a basket of fruits.

She entered the hospital.

She gently pushed the door of the VIP ward open, finding Calvin seated by the window, gazing outside.

The untouched food on the nearby table caught her attention.

Alexis sighed softly as she approached and took a seat.

“Why haven't you eaten? Is it not to your liking?” Calvin turned to face her.

“Are you with

moment before admitting, “I won't deny that I still have feelings for him." Calvin's eyes showed a hint of

“Calvin, you should find a girl who suits you. Get married, have

needed an all-encompassing love

a nature surfaced briefly in her mind, only to be promptly

was akin to a little brother she

okay?” Alexis’ demeanor toward

Calvin's voice sounded hoarse.

eat when I'm hungry! Go. I'm fine." Alexis scrutinized

Several photos

had her pinned

photos and flipped through

followed?” She tossed the photos in front

images, his expression more indignant

hesitated to call. I feared you'd see me as bothersome, worry that I'm not as mature as him! Despite everything, I don't want

drive you away!” Angela's Library After Calvin poured out

pounded as if it

to Alexis in such an intense

Alexis appeared bewildered.

her a considerable moment before her lips stirred. She seemed on the verge of explaining something to him but eventually

she finally uttered hoarsely, “Concentrate on getting better.” As she departed, Calvin called

stop. The long, vacant hospital corridor reverberated with the sharp clatter of high

the coat she wore, a chilling cold

recalled that night when she initially brought Calvin home; he clung to

her

her savior? Alexis

lit a long, slender cigarette with

smoked it

front. It was Calvin's assistant,

care

I'll have someone come over

uttered softly, “It's of

The doctor said it was dire. He probably won't

Leukemia, a prognosis with

against the white wall, the world

her a while to steady

top-notch specialists, both domestic and international, been sought out?”

anyone to know, and he didn’t want me to inform you.” Alexis’ eyes welled up. She gently

window, his gaze fixed on

remained adrift in a cloud

removed her coat, slipped into slippers, and entered.

resist, I might have to force it into your mouth!” With that, she

softly, filling the

stalking even before reaching maturity, engaging in all these futile endeavors.” Calvin remained silent. After a pause, he uttered, “I don't

least that man knew

spent their childhood together. And that man now possessed the strength to offer her everything

was fractured, both in body and

2446 He aspired to confine her, but

she interjected, “Rubbish! Time to eat!” She didn’t bring up

the past until then, Leonel was the

spoon-fed Calvin, who finally relented and ate. She grumbled to him, her voice

Like your mom.” Calvin gazed at her

tousled his soft

Otherwise, I'll toss you straight into the river, and you'll never catch

head in her arms, resembling

word escaped his

up. She held him close and said gently, “Ym here. I won't let anything harm you. Why didn’t you tell me sooner?” Calvin whispered, “I was afraid of being a burden to you.” Alexis caressed his face.

Calvin's voice was muffled.

with him, but you can’t abandon me! Don't ever leave me alone.” “I'm not ready to be with him yet.” Alexis sighed softly. What

for Calvin

was

pad, it was already eight

She parked the car and exclaimed, “I'm so worn out!” But soon, her mind drifted again. She couldn't bear to forsake Calvin or allow any

car window interrupted

his mouth and a trash bag

rolled down

a surprise!”

been waiting

lady with her appointments.” “As if!" Alexis stepped out of

she desired was a hearty

she found the empty

happened to the Thai food?" Leonel casually scrolled through his phone with

fancy it, so

she didn’t want

her slim waist from

the kitchen. Shall I warm it up for our busy Miss Fowler? Hey, you're supposed to be popular. How come you couldn't even

she dropped

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