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.

pressed on. “You know... If I hadn't arranged for you to leave with the Fowlers back then, who knows where you'd have be now. I've heard a great lot about you. You've made a fortune, strutting around in Duefron... Even Mr. Fowler would have to show you some respect now!”

direct, but he hoped Leonel would realize that he needed to pay him

eyes lit up as

were a bunch of cards and a stack cash, roughly

all the cash and handed it

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

man quickly tucked the money into his pocket as if his life

watched his retreating figure for a

news

to receive an investment

the company, Edwin

guys at Czanch called him

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

a few rings, Leonel

hundred percent certain about this? You've made a huge mistake! Even if I take the fall, do you honestly think Marcus would? Today, you strike at me. The next day, you might just strike

know his methods are far more ruthless compared to mine!” He paused and chuckled.

chuckled. “My God... Edwin, trapped

with fire and you're only going to get burned!” With

his phone and came

was a picture of him and Leonel when he

were so close like real

arrived to find Laura cooking. He placed his briefcase down and took what she had in her hands. “What do you think you're doing? You're pregnant.” Laura was only a few weeks pregnant and

and youthful

he cooked with a small pout. “I wanted you to come home to meet dinner.” Edwin gave her a warm and loving smile then returned his

preparing a light, yet nutritious meal. Laura felt happy and

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

target isn't actually me. He doesn't plan to give

give any further explanation. He

to the terrace to

him a cup of

his arms and held her like a child, recounting things from the

has so many children. Three of his

off like during her piano practice or other things back then

things from him... he was way too hard

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

always had to put in a lot of effort to impress Uncle

just maybe, this isn't what

think this is what he wants either. He just wants Alexis and is willing to walk this path.” Donate Us ( liberty.com): paypall account given below: [email protected] describe yourself in payment description

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

to be merciful. Leonel started all of it and he had to face the

to take action. The major financial conglomerates in Duefron were already

were fully behind

Leonel to disrupt the rules and interfere

the French windows, and financial reports were being

family and Leonel was. If the Smith family succeeded in securing the investments,

be in a very

wouldn't take things

lowered her gaze and called Leonel. He immediately

both stayed silent for a couple

consequences 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, but you of all people should understand.

up and

address for the formal

stared at her

was evening, she returned to the Fowler

the couch, drinking

been waiting for

took a seat across him

you're here on behalf Leonel?” Alexis stared at

another glass, he examined the crimson liquid and sighed lightly. “Alexis... I hope you don't think I'm not interested in reconciling with him. If anything, he’s the one who doesn’t seem

do this to us." Alexis grabbed the bottle and poured

few seconds, she

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 on the fact that you'll soften! He's pushing himself towards a dead end on purpose!” Leonel set everything up and

first time Marcus was seeing something like

he understood

only one person who would push himself

all through. She downed two glasses of

She skipped dinner.

to be

important figures were present, including Weldon, Thomas

was seated opposite

had already decided to rid themselves of Leonel once they

calm, unlike his assistant, who was basically shaking

She believed Leonel had potential and was promising, but now he had

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

dead silent as they waited for him

would rise again if he signed it, but he would also be sealing his

head.

his

She didn’t show up...

about to sign when the door

stood at

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