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.

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

he hoped Leonel

eyes lit up as

were a bunch of cards and

out all the cash and

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

as if his life depended on it

his retreating figure for a while,

the breaking news circulated in

family and Genesis Investment had signed a preliminary contract, poised to receive an investment of 8@ billion. The Smith family

the company, Edwin was utterly swamped.

Czanch called him for a

the whole day, and when the work day neared its end, he

few rings, Leonel picked

you a 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,

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

“My God... Edwin, trapped by a mere 8Q

you!” Edwin yelled. “You're playing with fire and you're only going to get

his phone and came across a

was a picture of him

close like real brothers back

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

so adorable and youthful

close to him as he cooked with a small pout. “I wanted

preparing a light, yet nutritious meal. Laura

the company issues, so she gently held his arm. “I heard Leonel is teaming

to give the funds to

any further

to the

him a cup of

held her like a child, recounting things from

so many children. Three of his own and there

like during her piano practice or other things back then without receiving any punishment. Leonel’s

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

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

in a lot of effort

isn't

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 Laura was a bit stunned but

to show Leonel mercy?” After

merciful. Leonel started all of it and

any need for him to take action. The major financial

fully behind

to disrupt the rules and interfere with others’

by the French windows, and financial reports were being murmured

and fragile the alliance between the Smith family and Leonel was. If the Smith family succeeded in securing the investments, they would cut

be in a very dangerous

wouldn't

her gaze and

silent for a

the Smith family.” “For who? Me or Edwin?" Alexis ignored his question and continued, “I'm certain you're aware of the 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. Haven't you ever wanted someone so badly that you were willing to do anything to keep them by

hung up and texted

her the time and address for the formal contract signing with the Smith family at

at

was evening, she returned to the

on the couch, drinking red

been waiting for

took a seat across

here on

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

Alexis grabbed the bottle and poured herself some wine, filling it to the

a few seconds, she drank half the

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

time Marcus

he understood

only one person who would push himself to destruction like this

continued talking, Alexis was silent all through. She downed two glasses of

She skipped dinner.

contract to be signed between Genesis Investment

the club, all the Smith family’s important figures

seated opposite

decided to rid

who was basically shaking in his boots and glancing at the

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

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

examined the content. The room was dead silent

if he signed it, but he would also be

five minutes, Leonel lifted his head. The light made him

his eyes

She didn’t show up...

and was about to sign when the

at the

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