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.

he was resolute not to grow weary

her back. How could she ever let her go? At the crack of dawn,

The caller was Waylen.

brief contemplation, answered

really taken aback though; he foresaw

hit Leonel and

as an adult, it was now

Extending his hand, he tenderly caressed Alexis’ head. In a husky voice, he remarked, “I'll bring Alexis back for lunch later.” Waylen scoffed. “You don’t need to inform me. It’s up to Alexis whether

to intertwine personal emotions with your career, but now you've involved everyone. You're gambling on Alexis caring for you. She doesn’t want you to spiral into despair, but,

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 the

setting down his phone, Leonel noticed that Alexis had

she gazed at

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 calling. Are you mad at me?” Slipping into a shirt, Alexis rose and

“Alexis, I'm not toying with you. I'm sincere.” Lifting her head, Alexis

intimate with you. However, when it comes to marriage, I can only say that 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

his gaze on her, offering

was the essence of

incline her

attend to, and I can’t always be by your side. Let's

He wanted a life companion, not someone to share his bed during

he relented, allowing her temporary

afternoon, Alexis headed to the

it was a

wish to be in the company of

the completion of her work, she strolled leisurely outdoors, briefcase in tow. Unintentionally, she found herself on a bustling street adorned with stores dedicated

mainly of expectant women, their rounded

a

that Leonel had been unwilling to use a condom, expressing

want to have a child with him but also

a hint of envy crept into her thoughts as she observed

speculated that these expectant women were likely in blissful relationships, evident

unexpectedly bumped into

Laura emerged alone.

a youthful appearance, especially in her light yellow overalls. Alexis observed as Laura

surprise. “Alexis?” Alexis picked up the rubber duck that had caught Laura's interest, giving it a couple of squeezes. The quacking sound it emitted was undeniably

blushed and commented, “It must be amusing to have it in the bathtub.” Alexis had been silently observing Laura. It occurred

Alexis — Laura must have been influenced

Consequently, she purchased four and tossed

joined Laura for

a middle-aged man skulking

struck, leaving her

her with a smile. “You're Alexis, correct? Has Leonel spoken about me?” Alexis heard about {#

toward this

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

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?”

If word

better bring down Leonel swiftly.

2536 Kenneth was taken aback.

anticipated

Kenneth attempted to intercept her, but her vehicle sped away abruptly, narrowly avoiding a

the

big deal.” In that moment, a young woman

was well-dressed, exuding an air of affluence. Observing this, Kenneth rubbed his hands together and inquired,

If

this woman

Serenity being physically challenged and not as visually striking as Alexis,

benefits if Serenity was genuinely enamored with

found himself with no alternative. Discarding any pretense of propriety, he bluntly inquired, “How much are you willing to offer me?” Serenity extracted a check of $100 thousand

wish." Kenneth grinned. It had been a while since he had seen such a sum. Clutching the check, he remarked with a smile, “I believe Leonel is oblivious. He doesn’t

treated Kenneth to dinner, purchased him a new

Kenneth residing there, Leonel would eventually reconsider and

Kenneth donning a pair of

and fed, obviously

dialed Leonel’s number. “Leonel, it's me. I'm currently at Serenity’s place. She's genuinely kind and deeply in love with you. Give it some thought, won't

ran me over.” After a brief silence, Leonel delivered a chilling warning. “Do not attempt to contact her again. Otherwise, I will not

Kenneth cursed.

he tossed the

Leonel harbored no affection for his

as she began, she realized it

Kenneth chuckled.

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