Chapter 2531 Seated at the table, Alexis scrolled through her phone.

Leonel served the heated food and placed it on the table. Though tempted to snatch her phone away and advise against playing, he restrained himself, opting for a gentle suggestion. “Save the phone time for after dinner.” Alexis glanced at him, complying by stowing her phone.

Leonel served Alexis a bowl of soup and, as she sipped, inquired casually, “Didn't you have work at the law firm today?” Alexis hesitated.

She offered a faint smile, saying, “Don’t I have the duty of keeping you company?” Clearly, it wasn't a sweet sentiment. How could Leonel be oblivious? Yet he chose to feign ignorance.

Leonel showcased his culinary skills, and Alexis, mindful of her stomach, savored the meal.

After dinner, she settled onto the sofa, engrossed in her phone.

ANGELA'sLIBRARY She downloaded a few games, deeming them entertaining.

With housework completed, Leonel joined Alexis on the sofa. He powered up the TV, enveloping her in a tender embrace. A romantic movie played on the screen. Kissing her forehead, he suggested, “This is a film you've mentioned.

Interested in watching together?” Alexis carried on with her game.

She casually replied, “Maybe I'll catch it some other time.” Leonel remained silent. Perhaps, having compelled her to accept him, he chose to yield to her in other aspects of life.

He respected Alexis’ choices and didn't insist if she wasn't inclined.

The impasse persisted between them. It wasn't until 9 o'clock that Alexis stretched, signaling her readiness for bed.

She avoided seeking conflict.

Observing Leonel emerge from the bathroom clad only in a towel, she set aside the magazine she was holding and reclined on the bed.

Leonel glanced at his pillow.

Resting on the pillow was a box of condoms.

Suddenly, he felt a bit disconcerted. Despite his desire for intimacy, he found himself less aroused when Alexis expressed it so openly.

Raising the quilt, he settled beside her.

Chapter 2532 Enveloping her in his embrace, he bestowed patient kisses on her.

Intertwining his fingers in her hair, he deepened their kisses.

Exhausted, they both gasped for breath. Leonel, in a husky voice, traced her flushed face and remarked, “You're blushing intensely.” Leaning against his shoulder, Alexis’ breath was slightly erratic.

She inquired, “Do you want to continue?” Naturally, Leonel wanted to continue. He intensified his kisses, one hand bracing the bed, the other securing her body. Being young, they inevitably became aroused after all the kissing and touching.

During their intimate moment, he softly asked her about her feelings, whispering into her ear.

Alexis chose not to tell him.

She remained silent, her face pressed against his shoulder. Occasionally, when she couldn't bear it, a soft groan escaped her lips.

Perhaps it was the most taciturn lovemaking they had experienced.

Yet Leonel found it difficult to retain control.

After several rounds, exhaustion claimed Alexis, and she drifted into a slumber, too fatigued even to shower.

Leonel tenderly helped her clean up with a warm towel.

Sleep eluded him.

Nestled beside her, he delicately grasped her finger, reminiscent of their childhood antics.

After some time, his face became flushed.

Reflecting on his actions, Leonel acknowledged that what transpired with Alexis wasn't befitting of his childhood self.

But he couldn't resist the urge.

She had blossomed into a woman of maturity and allure. Leonel’s countenance softened as he envisioned the prospect of having children with her after marriage.

that Alexis anticipated his eventual weariness, he was resolute not to grow weary of

How could she ever let her go? At

The caller was Waylen.

brief contemplation, answered the phone for

shared the same bed. Waylen wasn't really taken aback though; he foresaw the events unfolding today after Leonel chose Alexis.

Leonel and demanded that

an adult, it was now Alexis’

remarked, “I'll bring Alexis

career, but now you've involved everyone. You're gambling

his words, he choked out, “I'll treat her well.” Waylen let out a hollow laugh. “Hahal Many are willing to be good to her.” However, as Alexis’ father, Waylen understood that Leonel was Alexis’ only vulnerability. Leonel, aware of this, effectively wielded control over her Waylen fell silent and promptly ended

phone, Leonel noticed that Alexis had

at him. Her thoughts

morning kiss on her lips. “Good morning.” Alexis didn’t evade the kiss. After it concluded, she said quietly, “Please don’t answer my phone for me from now on.” Leonel regarded her and replied, “It's your dad

her eyes, he sighed, “Alexis, I'm not toying with you.

you can bring a horse to water, but you can’t make him drink.” “What if I want to marry you?” Wearing a subtle smile, Alexis remarked, “Leonel, you've compelled me to come around and accept you. We're already sharing the same bed. What? If I choose not to marry you, will you resort to threats or force me into marriage?” She doubted he was ready to go

Leonel fixed his gaze on her, offering

was the essence of

didn't incline her to

and headed for the bathroom. “I have other commitments this afternoon. Moreover, I have work to attend to, and I can’t always be by your side. Let's plan to meet again this weekend if

did it strike him as unsettling? He wanted a life companion, not someone to share his bed during weekends!

Alexis, he

the afternoon, Alexis headed

was

she simply didn’t wish to be in the

tow. Unintentionally, she found herself on a

their

accompanying them exhibited a certain

to use a condom, expressing his desire to have

have a child with him but also because she wasn't particularly

now a hint of envy crept into her thoughts

that these expectant women were likely in blissful

she unexpectedly bumped

Laura emerged alone.

wardrobe choices gave her a youthful appearance, especially in

“Alexis?” Alexis picked up the rubber duck that had caught Laura's interest, giving it a couple

it for you." ANGELA'SLIBRARY Laura blushed and commented, “It must be amusing to have it in the bathtub.” Alexis had

Alexis — Laura must

well. Consequently, she purchased four

hands, Alexis joined Laura for dinner and later escorted her back

middle-aged man skulking around near her

and questioned, “Who are you?" Recognition struck, leaving her momentarily stunned. The man was none

“You're Alexis, correct? Has Leonel spoken about me?” Alexis heard about {# he

animosity toward this man welled within

arms, she sneered. “Should he? Why would he mention you to me?” Kenneth, somewhat peeved but prioritizing financial gains, stifled his anger and stated, “It doesn't bother me that Leonel hasn't mentioned me to you earlier, but there's no harm

you two are on the path to matrimony. When is the wedding? Which hotel is it to be held in?" Resting against the car, Alexis cut to the chase. “You're after money, aren't you?” Kenneth grinned and remarked, “I appreciate your astuteness.” Wearing a covetous

has a destitute father. If word gets out, it could tarnish his reputation. Isn't preserving the Fowler family’s business reputation paramount?” Having

a stone. “Alright. You better bring down Leonel swiftly. If you dawdle, I'l hold

Kenneth was taken

anticipated Alexis’

door and swiftly got in. Kenneth attempted to intercept her, but her vehicle sped

at the departing car,

that moment, a young woman approached in a wheelchair,

Kenneth rubbed his hands together and inquired, “You're acquainted

Kenneth, Serenity replied gently, “I've known Leonel for quite some time. If you're

was evident to him that this

as visually striking as Alexis, she demonstrated a certain deference toward

benefits if

with no alternative. Discarding any pretense of propriety, he bluntly inquired, “How much are you willing to offer me?” Serenity

seen such a sum. Clutching the check, he remarked with a smile, “I believe Leonel is oblivious. He doesn’t recognize your true worth. Rest assured, I'll

Kenneth to dinner, purchased him a new

would eventually reconsider and

Kenneth donning

fed,

on the sofa, Kenneth dialed Leonel’s number. “Leonel, it's me. I'm currently at Serenity’s place. She's genuinely kind and deeply in love

you visit Alexis?" “That woman nearly ran me over.” After a brief silence, Leonel

Kenneth cursed.

he tossed the

felt a twinge of disappointment; it appeared that Leonel harbored no affection for

intended to ask Kenneth to leave, but as soon as she began, she realized it was easier to mount

Kenneth chuckled.

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