Chapter 2611 Alexis laughed as she collected her phone. “Mom's actually bothered by you, you know.” Waylen held back a reply and instead basked in self-admiration.

He noticed the sparkling diamond ring on Alexis’ hand so he paused and asked, “Are you planning to marry Leonel?” Alexis glanced at the ring and stubbornly responded, “I just find it pretty.” Waylen looked at her and remarked, “Your mother is more honest than you.” Despite his biting comments, Waylen felt genuine joy inside. The journey might have been tough, but these two had ultimately found their way together. After drinking half his tea, he went up the stairs.

He anticipated discussing the wedding date with Rena.

He hoped Alexis and Leonel would get married before the year’s end.

On the following day, both Marcus and Elva were at home. Come noon, Edwin arrived with Laura and Olivia for lunch. Laura, despite only in the early stages of her pregnancy, was receiving attentive care from Edwin.

Marcus had a habit of arguing with Edwin.

He tossed out several witty, sarcastic remarks.

() Unfazed, Edwin simply smiled and turned to Waylen, “You know, Marcus is already 25. He's certainly at the age to consider marriage.” Waylen's gaze shifted to Marcus.

Previously, Waylen had focused mainly on Alexis and had somewhat neglected Marcus.

Now he had just realized that Marcus was 25.

Waylen admitted that his son was indeed at an appropriate age for marriage. At this point, he contemplated finding a suitable spouse for Marcus. While Marcus himself wasn't in a rush, Waylen felt it was time to take a more active interest as his father.

Marcus shot Edwin a look. He found his behavior quite cunning.

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Just as Marcus dealt with Edwin, Edwin dealt with Marcus.

Rena observed the face-off between Marcus and Edwin and smiled.

“Lunch is ready. Edwin, since Laura is pregnant, please sit beside her and look after her” Edwin nodded in agreement. He had a deep respect for Rena.

During their lunch, Edwin took the initiative to serve most of Laura's meal. Laura felt somewhat embarrassed and was conscious of them being guests in someone else's home.

As Edwin served her more food, he asked, “Lost in thought? Just eat, or I might just have Aunt Rena and Uncle Waylen personally served you your food.” Laura remained silent and pouted.

Chapter 2612 Her eyes brimmed with tears.

Alexis couldn't help but comment, “Edwin, you're being too harsh. You seem to think Laura is weak and easy to push around.” To which Edwin responded casually, “I'm simply showing concern for her.” Everyone around the table was put off by this display.

Waylen felt that with his age, he couldn't compete with the younger generation in this kind of affectionate banter.

Waylen also believed that Edwin was indeed Mark's biological son.

Back then, Mark had won over his cherished sister Cecilia with his persuasive and sweet words.

Edwin proved to be just as bad, if not more, than his father.

AngelasLibrary Alexis was particularly fond of Laura. After their meal, the women gathered in the parlor for tea and conversation. Elva had prepared an assortment of unique beverages for them that rivaled those available commercially.

She made a special caffeine-free drink for Laura. One that was safe for expectant mothers.

Laura dressed lightly and delicately sipped her drink. She appeared somewhat delicate and fragile.

Alexis watched her intently.

She wondered if all pregnant women had this kind of aura. To her, Laura seemed even more radiant than before.

In that moment, Alexis found herself longing for a child of her own.

However, Leonel didn’t seem as keen on the idea. Alexis knew she needed to have a conversation with him. Agreement on such fundamental matters was crucial, especially if they were planning to marry to avoid future complications.

Lost in her thoughts, Alexis didn’t notice Marcus entered the room until her knocked softly on the door.

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Marcus entered with a subtle smile on his face. He sat down across from Alexis, poured himself a cup of tea, and drank it slowly.

Alexis observed Marcus and sensed he had something on his mind.

After he sipped his tea, Marcus asked, “I've heard Serenity is in Heron too. Are you really that calm about it?” With a smile, Alexis replied, “What should I do, then? Chain Leonel to my side?” The idea of chasing Leonel to Acoiclya had not crossed her mind then, and it certainly didn’t now.

Her feelings for Leonel were genuine. She believed if he reciprocated and remained faithful, they could have a future together. But forcing him was not an option for her.

Testing Leonel’s loyalty was not something Alexis desired.

Chapter 2613 It would be tedious.

Marcus nodded in agreement. “Exactly. Even if you tied someone Like Leonel down, he wouldn't stay. It's better to let him be.” “What are you implying?” Alexis Laughed.

She finished her drink and stood up. “I should get going.” Marcus looked slightly concerned. “Aren't you staying for dinner?” Alexis already grabbed her coat and responded, “I've got a client meeting and it's urgent. Mr. Fowler, being a lawyer isn't like being a president. I can't just take off whenever I wish,” she said playfully as she walked to the door.

Marcus stopped her and said, “Alexis, you don't have to push yourself so hard.” These words left her momentarily speechless.

() ‘s () After a pause, she looked down and responded quietly, “Dad left his law career for his family. I actually love being a lawyer, Marcus...

I don’t want to quit, even if it gets tough.” She remembered how proud her father felt whenever she was recognized for her legal work.

Marcus watched her in silence.

With a smile, Alexis said, “Okay, let's not get too emotional. I have to go." Indeed, Alexis had a client meeting. She didn’t return to her apartment until 9 pm after a hectic half-day. She noticed two missed calls from Leonel but she didn’t rush to call him back. Instead, she stood quietly in front of the apartment's floor-to-ceiling windows, lost in thought.

Perhaps, she was ready for marriage.

And a child.

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with Leonel brought a smile

out her phone and messaged Leonel, “When are you coming back? Leonel, I miss you a little.” Leonel’s

thought about the message for a while. She then set

thousands of kilometers

she sent another message.

a

Heron, Leonel read

He didn’t respond immediately.

he felt it wasn't right for them to have

was delicious.” Alexis had anticipated

she saw the sentence,

she couldn't directly suggest to Leonel, saying “Let's get married and have children!”

throughout the

was occupied with

decided that his priority was to

days later,

Alexis to meet him at the airport. That evening, he went

at around

her. She muttered, “I'm holding my briefcase.” () He took it from her and tossed

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bedroom. Her dress, silk stockings, and high

sensed something was wrong with him. He

were intense.

his shoulder, and asked in a raspy voice, “What's wrong with you?” “I've missed you,” he replied.

tenderly and made sure

weren't conventionally handsome. His expression was somewhat wicked and contorted, yet that only made him more

whispered as she traced his nose with her finger. “I've heard that men with straight

Leonel leaned down and

voice sounded deep and alluring as he asked, “Am I good in bed?” “Not

her and kissed her passionately, with an intensity akin to

exhausted after the

up. “Is this the vigor of a man under 307 It's extraordinary.” And he wasn't satisfied. He would

thought made Alexis consider asking him

struck her. He didn’t use

if Leonel also wanted

cooking so she wrapped her arms around his waist from behind and whispered, “About earlier... Could it lead to a child?" Leonel

using protection. But Alexis was

down would she feel if he disclosed the truth? She might start questioning herself and possibly regret her relationship

opportunity

and kissed her face. “I don't believe so. You're not even close to ovulating.” Alexis then asked, “You wouldn't have done it if I was ovulating, right?” Books Chapters Are Daily Updated

“It seems Like you're suggesting we're intimate only for the sake of having a child. What? Do

seem like she was rushing into marriage and not showing enough restraint if she admitted she wanted

touched her head and said, “We've just started our relationship. Wouldn't it be nice to just enjoy our time together for the

relationship and not yet married. It was

she continued to hold him and act like

you over. Remember, it was you who brought me home that year. You were eager to do it with me.” He pinched her nose. “You had such improper thoughts at such a young age. Miss Fowler. You're really

lifted her, headed straight to the bedroom,

to do it

voice cracked. “Leonel, aren't you finished yet?” “Not even close,” he said as sweat trickled

neck with her arms and

that

kissed her and muttered, “What a naughty girl!" With her face nestled in his neck, Alexis

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arms, he couldn't resist a smile at her adorable vulnerability,

and he simply gathered her up in his

dove into each

strolled toward the bathroom, their laughter blending with the soft echoes in the hallway. oN Filled with enthusiasm, he desired to repeat the experience, feeling the contact of his body against hers. Wrapping her arms around his neck, Alexis whispered, “Not again! Leonel, you're quite

cozy embrace of the night, under the quilt, it felt Like heaven. Alexis playfully nudged him. “No plans

me to leave, or are you having second thoughts?”

he ran a hand over her shoulder and joked, “After all those rounds, my legs won't carry me home. I'm stuck with you.” Blushing, Alexis shot back, “If you're not keen

be ashamed of your dirty talk?” A grin spread

hers. With a gentle

trying to knock down the Ladder?” Trying to turn away, Alexis was caught in his

shone through

of

Whispering, she pondered, “Are you really Leonel? Feels different

Acoiclya, he wasn't the

of unreality crept over

beat, a mix of bitter and sweet

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at different points in time, but the truth remained that, after all these years, they found

Alexis

an effort to

kissed her once more. The impulsiveness of youth often led them to lose control, capable

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