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.

weariness, he was resolute

could she ever let her go? At

The caller was Waylen.

himself up and, after a brief contemplation, answered the

Waylen wasn't really taken aback though; he foresaw

Leonel and demanded

now Alexis’ prerogative to

with conflicting emotions, queried in a hushed tone, “Is Alexis still asleep?” Leonel affirmed. “Yes.” 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 she

as a child? I never taught you 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, Leonel, do you consider this fair to Alexis?” Leonel acknowledged the

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

down his phone, Leonel noticed that Alexis

pillow, she gazed at him. Her

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?”

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

man like you, and I feel good being 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

his gaze on her,

the essence of

incline her to marry

attend to, and I can’t always be by your side. Let's plan to meet again this weekend if our schedules align.” Leonel, with his upper body

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

Alexis, he relented,

headed

it was a

didn’t wish to be in

work, she strolled leisurely outdoors, briefcase in tow. Unintentionally, she found herself on a bustling

expectant women, their rounded bellies

accompanying them exhibited a certain tenderness

night, Alexis recalled that Leonel had been unwilling to use a

she didn't want to have a child with him but also because she wasn't

hint of envy crept into her thoughts as she observed

were likely in blissful relationships, evident in

unexpectedly bumped into

Laura emerged alone.

choices gave her a youthful appearance, especially in

up the rubber duck that had caught Laura's interest, giving it a couple of squeezes. The quacking sound it

in the bathtub.” Alexis had been silently observing Laura. It occurred to her that she hadn't seen Laura in such a

realization struck Alexis — Laura must have

Consequently, she purchased four and tossed two into

her hands, Alexis joined Laura for dinner and later

middle-aged man skulking around near her

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

Has Leonel spoken about me?” Alexis heard

toward this man welled

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

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

proudly acknowledging me as his father. However, ponder this. The illustrious Leonel has a destitute father. If word gets out, it could tarnish his reputation. Isn't preserving the Fowler family’s business reputation paramount?” Having said

better bring down Leonel swiftly. If you dawdle, I'l hold

2536 Kenneth was taken aback.

hadn't anticipated

attempted to

the departing car, cursing

How conceited she is! Wealthy, big deal.” In that moment, a young woman approached in a wheelchair, addressing him softly,

rubbed his hands together and inquired,

quite some time. If you're willing, Id like to treat you to

that this woman harbored

as visually striking as Alexis,

reap benefits if Serenity was genuinely

no alternative. Discarding any pretense of propriety, he bluntly inquired, “How much are you

Clutching the check, he remarked with

a new ensemble, and escorted

Leonel would eventually

Kenneth donning a

was bathed and fed, obviously

genuinely kind and deeply in love with you. Give it some thought,

Can she truly be a wife?” In a stern tone, Leonel inquired, “Did you visit Alexis?" “That woman nearly ran me over.” After a brief silence, Leonel delivered

Kenneth cursed.

he tossed

Serenity felt a twinge of disappointment; it appeared that Leonel harbored no affection for his father.

began, she realized it was easier to

Kenneth chuckled.

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