Chapter 2491 “Leonel, could you get me some juice?” Tears filled his eyes, a mix of regret and realization.

Alexis returned to her apartment, finding it untouched yet devoid of Leonel's presence.

His belongings, even the meals he had prepared, had disappeared as if he had never been there.

She sat quietly in the living room before heading to her car. On the phone with her assistant, she instructed, “Put my apartment on sale for me.” Angela's Library As she drove, her mind wandered through memories of Leonel.

She wondered how long it would take to erase him from her thoughts.

Arriving at the mountain's base, she stopped abruptly, her heart pounding.

Gazing at the star-filled sky, she let out a faint, bewildered smile. That night, she slept in her car, catching a cold and not returning to the law firm for three days.

Upon her return, her secretary informed her that Mr. Douglas from Genesis Investment had called, needing her negotiation skills for a case.

Alexis, maintaining her composure, acknowledged and later contacted Leonel.

Their conversation was strictly professional, discussing a five-day business trip to Czanch.

Alexis, ever separating her personal and professional life, confirmed her availability for the following Monday.

After the call, as fatigue set in, her father rang, reminding her of her father’s birthday.

There was a feast at home and her presence was requested.

It had been a while since she last visited home. Agreeing to attend, she inquired about a preferred gift.

Waylen jovially responded that her presence was the best gift but also playfully warned her against too much celebrity mingling.

Alexis offered a gentle smile.

After wrapping up her work, she headed to the villa.

As evening approached, the house buzzed with life.

The aroma of food filled the air, and servants bustled about. In the dimming light, Alexis warmly embraced Waylen.

She then retrieved a large bouquet of roses from her sports car's trunk.

“A gift for my dearest Mom and Dad!" Waylen chuckled. “You always know the perfect gift, especially one to brighten Mom's day!”

Chapter 2492 Holding the bouquet, Alexis entered the villa.

Waylen watched her with a thoughtful gaze, pausing momentarily to survey the cars of family members who had gathered to celebrate. Yet, one person's absence was palpable.

In the solitude of his study, Waylen had reflected deeply since Leonel’s departure that morning.

He believed his actions were justified but couldn't shake off a sense of regret.

If he truly saw Leonel as his son, how could he justify driving him away? These thoughts lingered for days, accompanied by memories of Leonel’s childhood, his help with business matters, and their shared time together in the study.

Now, that connection felt lost.

Waylen smoked a few cigarettes, his thoughts interrupted only when someone called him back inside.

He walked slowly, occasionally glancing back, half-expecting Leonel to appear.

During the birthday celebration, the younger members of the Fowler and Evans families, including Edwin, Laura, and Olivia, gathered around a large table adorned with Rena’s homemade cake and longevity noodles, Waylen's favorites.

A place was set for Leonel as they always did, but as dinner commenced, his absence was unmistakable, and his name remained unspoken to keep Alexis’ spirits up.

The butler then interrupted with a delivery. “Mr. Fowler, this is from Mr Douglas!” Angela's Library Waylen stood abruptly. “Where is he?” The butler hesitated. “He left the gift and didn’t come in." Waylen resettled into his chair with a soft smile.

“Well, he's very nice to bring me a gift. Please, take it to my study.” The butler nodded and ascended the stairs with the package.

Waylen glanced at Alexis. “Haven't seen him around lately?” Alexis responded with characteristic frankness. “We have a case next week in Czanch. It's strictly professional.” Waylen didn't press further.

Feeling unsettled, Alexis excused herself after dinner and ascended to the balcony to breathe in the cool night air.

In the back of the villa, she noticed a Land Rover, unmistakably Leonel’s.

He was there, leaning against it and smoking.

Their eyes met, bridging the distance with a silent exchange.

Chapter 2493 In the deep night, Leonel’s gaze, lit by the crimson ember of his cigarette, lingered.

He was fixated on Alexis, unable to tear his eyes away.

He watched her, a silhouette in the spring night, her dress flowing, hair dancing in the wind, her face a soft glow in the dark.

There had been so many moments when he had held that face close, their kisses fervent.

was relegated to observing from

undertone of longing

him

she remained silent, observing briefly before turning

Leonel’s eyes dimmed.

to stare at the empty space she left behind, feeling her

to the living

picked up a magazine but found the words blurring before her

at the door broke

on his face. “May

a

extended it

to him. You keep this.” Her smile was warm. “Consider it a wedding gift for you and Laura.” Edwin and Laura were planning their wedding

Alexis’ gift

his hand. “For a once-in-a-lifetime event, it's just right.” Edwin

He gestured toward the window. “Is he still

it, but it weighs on him.” Alexis knew but chose

silence, Edwin

on Alexis’ face when

left, Rena approached Alexis with a bowl of

took it, her

her hair with a gentle touch. “Your father mentioned a young man the other day, the son of a family friend. He wondered if you'd like to meet him.” Expecting a refusal, Rena knew Alexis’

her surprise, Alexis

she murmured, “Let's meet. Maybe it's time." Angela's

finished her soup and later, as she lay in bed, reflected on her decision. Why had she

met the man, an arrangement set

interaction was unremarkable,

feeling no spark, decided

restaurant, the man paused, hoping to extend

her briefcase in her car and offering a subtle smile, clarified, “I've got my car. 'm on my way to see a client next.” The man, recognizing her lack of interest, politely opened her car door,

speaking with Waylen, attempting to persuade him to endorse their son to Alexis. They implored,

she'll be cherished. Ablett will treat her like a treasure!” Waylen, thoughtfully sipping his tea, responded with a gentle

2495 I wouldn't want them to harbor any resentment if things don't go well” He then skillfully diverted the conversation, leaving the

Waylen stumbled upon

noticeably leaner and unwell, stirring a sense of

with a plea, “Mr. Fowler, I implore you, don't marry Alexis

absence, Alexis remained single and never agreed to meet someone we introduced. We assumed she'd remain so." With that, he excused himself, his steps quickening as

still, a picture of despair, until Rena

a mix of worry and

children equally. She reached out to him, her voice quivering slightly. “Leonel.” He responded with a grave, “Mrs. Fowler.” Rena,

replied, “I'm not cold.” Rena, perceiving the profound changes in him, grasped his arm more firmly, pleading, “Please, come back home. Waylen might be a little bit harsh the

be Alexis’s partner, not merely a son in the

her heart ached

not return to you.” At her

solemn response. “Mrs. Fowler, I still wish

With that, he

settled into the car, her emotions

her distress, gently inquired, “Did you speak with Leonel?”

in contemplative silence, Rena voiced her concerns. “He's changed so much and seems deeply troubled. I'm afraid he might act rashly and get himself into trouble.” “What could possibly happen? Our daughter

“If Leonel can't let go of this,

her hand gently. “Let’s limit our involvement in their matters. We've done enough and now they're on

a

drove him away, yet I hear

parent could stay indifferent about a

decisions Leonel must make on his

the court, Alexis encountered Serenity and Darwin,

all

“Alexis!” She glanced at him and then at Serenity,

who filed the divorce so she could be with

concern anymore. With a brief nod, she moved on to find her client, leaving Darwin to Serenity’s

thrilled that she’s no longer with Leonel,” Serenity

“What are you implying? You wanted this

your feelings for her not why you marry me in the first place? Was it not because I played the piano just like her?” Serenity’s bitterness was palpable. “Both you and Leonel treated

he found himself

ensuring her comfort henceforth. With no children and an unconsummated marriage, he felt no further obligations

offer Serenity a ride, but her biting

his own, opening his car door and driving off into a future that didn't include

a glimpse

stayed there, angrily cursing him, calling him

the charm she possessed when they had

in thought, Darwin called the driver, instructing him to pick her

mind was a whirlwind of emotions, agitated by

different if he had never married her.

instead? He reminisced about seeing Alexis play the piano during his visit when she was just a child, her smile revealing

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