Chapter 2521 Alexis... Truth be told, those years together, I was mighty content.” His youthful rebellion cost him their bond.

No matter how many times he professed his love for her, she wouldn't believe it.

Life would not have been as difficult, Leonel reasoned, if he had never known her.

But they had happened, and there was no going back.

They were so well together that they could have even gotten married. If only that night he hadn't struck her, perhaps they would've had a child...

He faintly smiled, allowing Alexis to step out of the car.

Alexis finally erupted. “Leonel, you're deranged! Do you think you can scare me?! Your life or death doesn't weigh an ounce on my mind!” “Really?” His smile lingered faintly.

Alexis slapped him, imprinting a five-finger mark on his fair face.

ANGELA'SLIBRARY But Alexis cried.

The person she despised most in her life was Leonel! He was at fault, the one who betrayed their love, who abandoned her for another, yet he dared to use himself as leverage...

In a fury, Alexis struck him several more times.

Leonel seemed unfazed, simply observing her tenderly.

Alexis’ voice choked as she saod, “Let me out of the car!” This time, Leonel didn’t comply. He refused to let her go and pulled her into an embrace, pressing her against the steering wheel. Cupping her face, he drew closer.

“Alexis, you still carry a torch for me, right? You're suffering just like I am, aren't you?” Her eyes red with tears, he planted a kiss on her.

It was far from a picturesque moment.

The kiss wasn't really blissful.

But Leonel paid it no mind; it had been ages since he'd felt her touch, kissing her fervently...

Alexis couldn't push him away.

She was ensnared in his embrace, holding on to him like someone in their final struggle.

Chapter 2522 “Alexis! Forgive me!” His voice was seductive and husky, murmuring into her ear.

Alexis listened in a daze.

When he eventually let her go, she sat beside him, smoothing the shirt he'd disheveled. Afterward, she opened the car door and left.

As the door closed softly, Leonel closed his eyes, probably thinking of his next move.

After a moment, he phoned his assistant. “Set up a meeting with the Smith family. We'll ink the intent contract come morning.” The assistant warned, “Mr. Douglas, taking on both the Fowler and Evans families isn't exactly a smart move.” It was akin to courting disaster! Leonel’s tone was casual. “Just do as I say!" Leonel hung up.

With a sigh, he leaned back in his seat and ran his fingers over his lips.

Alexis was the only thing on his mind.

He desperately missed her and longed for her with every fiber of his being.

He hadn't seen her in a while and it was killing him.

He was aware that he had a problem, but there was nothing he could do.

He couldn't get better. He didn’t want to get better either.

Alexis being with him was the only cure.

A knock on the car window interrupted his thoughts.

Leonel turned to look out the window.

‘An man in his fifties stood outside. His clothes were old and worn-out. His face was weathered, but Leonel recognized him instantly.

His biological father...

Kenneth Douglas leaned closer to the window, he exchanged a glance with his son as he rolled the window down.

They locked eyes. Two men bound by blood...

One dignified and the other of a low class.

Chapter 2523 A couple of seconds passed until Kenneth broke the silence. “Leonel. I saw you from afar. I wasn't sure at first, but it really is you.” Leonel stared at him without saying anything.

He studied the man before him.

He could remember clearly. His father was once a small business owner. He was usually well-dressed, and loved socializing in entertainment places.

Soon after, the man cheated on his wife, who ended up killing herself by jumping off a building.

Leonel used to despise his father so much.

To be honest, he never stopped hating him, neither did he think he would see him again. Especially in the state he was in.

Was this what they called karma? ANGELA'sLIBRARY Kenneth grew uneasy under Leonel’s cold gaze. He could barely recognize him.

He seemed nothing like the son he knew.

for you to leave with the Fowlers back then, who knows where you'd have be now. I've heard a great

hoped Leonel would realize that he

eyes lit up as Leonel pulled

the wallet, there were a bunch of cards and a stack cash,

out all the cash and handed it to

kidding right? I spent years raising you and this is all I get in return? You're giving me this little money?” “Give it

money into his pocket as if his life depended

for a while,

the breaking news circulated

contract, poised to receive an investment of

the company, Edwin was utterly swamped.

Czanch called him for

with dealing with the situation the whole day, and when the work day neared its end, he finally found time and

a few rings, Leonel picked

hundred percent certain about this? You've made a huge mistake! Even if I take the fall, do you honestly

to mine!” He paused and chuckled. “A dog that bites doesn't bark. You really think

Edwin, trapped by a mere 8Q

yelled. “You're playing with fire

phone and came across

picture of him and Leonel

close like real brothers

he returned home. He arrived to find Laura cooking. He placed his briefcase down and took what she had in her hands. “What do you think

and youthful in her baggy

to him as he cooked with a small pout. “I wanted you to come home to meet dinner.” Edwin gave her

yet nutritious meal. Laura

that he was troubled with the company issues, so she gently held his arm. “I heard Leonel

me. He doesn't plan to give the funds

Edwin didn't give any further explanation. He

to the terrace

brought him a cup

pulled her into his arms and held her like a child, recounting

many children. Three of his own and

girl, she was allowed to slack off like during her

too hard on himself as well...” Edwin's voice softened

not the same as us. Marcus or I would still be ourselves even if we weren't outstanding, because he’s a Fowler and I am a Evans no

though; he's always had to put in a lot of effort

just maybe, this isn't what

what he wants either. He just wants Alexis and is willing to walk this path.” Donate Us

in his arms, she asked. “Are you going to show Leonel mercy?” After a few

Leonel started all of it

him to take

were fully behind

to let Leonel to disrupt

Law Firm, Alexis stood quietly by the

the Smith family and Leonel was. If the Smith family succeeded

be in a very dangerous

wouldn't

gaze and

for a couple

if you continue to work with the Smith family.” “I know that and I don’t care.” Leonel’s voice became gentle and soft. “Alexis... please come back. Just say you won't leave me again and I promise I will stop!” “And why exactly should I stay?” “Because you're in love with me... And you can't let me go. Sure, I'm a despicable person,

up

for the formal contract signing with

at her

it was evening, she returned to the Fowler

the

have been waiting for

took a seat

smiled. “I suppose you're here on behalf Leonel?” Alexis

lightly. “Alexis... I hope you don't think I'm not interested in reconciling with him. If

this to us." Alexis grabbed the bottle and poured herself some wine, filling

a few seconds, she

2527 Marcus leaned back into the couch and shut his eyes. “You know what? He's a lunatic! He's carefully planned everything out. All he needs is for us to fall into his trap. Alexis... he's also betting

first time Marcus was

more like he understood Alexis too

who would

through. She

She skipped dinner.

the contract to be signed

the Smith family’s important figures were present, including

was seated

already decided to rid themselves

composed and calm, unlike his assistant, who was basically shaking in his boots and glancing at

was extremely disappointed. She believed Leonel had potential and was promising,

spoke softly. “This is it. The official contract. Mr. Douglas, you can go ahead and sign it now.” Leonel

dead silent as

if he signed it, but

lifted his head. The light

his eyes

She didn’t show up...

picked up the pen and was about

at

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