Chapter 2711 Upon hearing her question, Alexis blushed a little.

Perched on Leonel’s lap, Evelyn gazed around curiously.

The woman glanced at Evelyn, and then lowered her head to resume her tasks.

She commented as she typed their information into the computer, “Your daughter is adorable.” Leonel turned to Alexis, and then addressed the clerk with a serious tone, “We're expecting our second child. We'd like to get official beforehand.” The clerk's demeanor had evidently softened.

She guided them through the forms, took photographs, and stamped the documents.

The procedures were soon completed.

At that moment, Leonel and Alexis officially became a married couple.

In their twenty-fifth year of knowing each other, the reality of finally becoming a legal couple left them somewhat astounded.

Alexis, in particular, was taken aback.

(thanoss.com) ‘s (thanoss.com) After a prolonged moment, Alexis lifted her head slightly, locking eyes with the depth of Leonel's gaze.

With a slightly hoarse voice, he casually suggested, “Let's head to the hospital, Mrs. Douglas.” The term “Mrs. Douglas” rolled off his tongue effortlessly and felt surprisingly good.

It seemed like a phrase he had mulled over countless times.

Alexis followed in his footsteps.

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Despite her height, Alexis found herself looking up at him. She took in the sight of his neatly groomed hair, the crisp white shirt, and, of course, Evelyn nestled comfortably on his shoulder.

Evelyn fixed her gaze on Alexis, attempting to discern her emotions.

Alexis quickened her pace, tenderly patting Evelyn's head. In response, Evelyn's face eased, and she affectionately addressed Alexis as “mommy.” A subtle twitch touched Alexis nose.

Returning this time, Alexis sensed a transformation in Leonel. His emotions —a blend of affection and resentment-perplexed her. She found herself unable to predict Leonel’s next move.

This uncertainty unsettled her.

This departure from her usual self left Alexis disoriented. Clarity in matters of love and hate had been her hallmark.

Yet, when she looked at her daughter, a sense of relief washed over Alexis.

Chapter 2712 Upon reaching the hospital, Leonel entrusted Evelyn to Alexis as he headed into the operating room. He instructed, “Wait for me here. I won't be long." A faint smile graced Alexis’ lips.

At that moment, the doctor arrived-a familiar face to the Fowlers.

Spotting Alexis, he grinned reassuringly, “Don't worry, Alexis. It's a minor procedure that won't impact his fertility.” The doctor, fond of Evelyn, affectionately pinched her soft cheeks.

Evelyn greeted him obediently.

Lightening the mood, the doctor quipped, “Time to save your little siblings.” Alexis felt a sense of awkwardness.

Observing Alexis quietly, Leonel spoke softly after a while, sparing her from embarrassment. “I'm ready.” The doctor smiled and walked in, closing the door behind him.

The procedure was brief. Leonel rested briefly after emerging from the operating room, and by noon, they departed from the hospital.

(thanoss.com) Seated in the car, Leonel examined the medications in the bag.

Evelyn embraced him from behind, her eyes sparkling with concern as she asked, “Daddy, does it hurt?” Leonel tenderly caressed her head and reassured her, “It doesn't hurt.

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Playfully, Evelyn blew gently on his cheek and teased, “Even if it hurts now, it won't once I blow on it.” Leonel smiled.

Over the past three years, his smiles had been infrequent, let alone appearing so genuine.

Yet Alexis harbored a sense of melancholy. It seemed Leonel was somehow constantly on edge around her, and his words always carried a tinge of mockery.

After contemplation, Alexis spoke up. “There's a court trial in the afternoon. I'll grab a taxi to the law firm." Leonel leisurely stowed away the medication.

“We've still got time. After lunch at my company, I'll arrange for the driver to take you there.

And do change your attire.

Wearing this dress, people might assume you've just got married today.

Alexis was left without words. Hadn't they indeed got married today?

Chapter 2713 Nonetheless, she refrained from objection, recognizing Leonel volatile nature-like a ticking bomb ready to detonate at any time.

She wished to avoid any confrontation with him.

She anticipated he would take her to his investment company.

Unexpectedly, the car halted at Exceed Group, a company she had once overseen.

As the car came to a stop, Alexis gazed up at the familiar building, lost in contemplation.

Leonel casually remarked, “A year after your departure, I took charge.

Naturally, you remain the majority shareholder of Exceed Group.

Essentially, I've been working on your behalf, generating income.” He delicately caressed the steering wheel and said, “Over the last two years, you received a 52-billion-dollar dividend from the Exceed Group. I worked my ass off to secure it for you. I earned the Lavish lifestyle you and Calvin enjoyed in Braseovell through countless sleepless nights” Alexis remained silent, tears welling up in her eyes.

Her demeanor brought to Leonel’s mind the moment she experienced her first menstrual period at the age of 16.

His heart softened.

(thanoss.com) ‘s (thanoss.com) But he recalled who had shared those three years with Alexis in Braseovell.

thoughts would fiercely assail

a game of push and

to be gentler than any father in the world, showering Evelyn with care

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dling alittle girl.

tender skin, large eyes, and brown curly hair, the

swung open. Stepping out was Leonel’s

chief secretary entered

Leonel’s other secretaries, she distributed wedding favors. Each employee then received a

Group resonated with

circulated among the staff that Leonel was married to

up together, they had finally tied the

was nearing three years

Evelyn, awaiting the elevator. He turned to Alexis, sneering. “What's the matter? Do you intend to present yourself as a single woman even after making a commitment to me? Or perhaps you're hesitant to

neck and inquired, “Dad, what does ‘inseparable’ mean?” Leonel was

responded tersely, “It means two people living together.” Evelyn comprehended and mused to herself, “Like when Calvin and Mommy lived together, and with me. Calvin always talked about how beautiful Mommy was and

voice, “From now on, refer to Calvin as Mr. Swain.” Evelyn felt a twinge of unhappiness, but she refrained from challenging adults. In her thoughts, she continued to address Calvin by his

found herself powerless against Leonel’s

exhibited by the person who had just

only distributed wedding favors within the company but also sent them to major media outlets

such media outlets, and the Exceed

Duefron, reaching even Waylen. Witnessing the surprising development, Waylen, wiping his eyes in disbelief, turned to Rena.

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the serene tableau of Leonel holding Evelyn, with Alexis alongside-a family

the image, Rena sighed with emotion. “Waylen, those destined to be together

be together.” Waylen and Rena weren't

choice to tie the knot likely stemmed from their mutual dedication to their

tensions, they wouldn't create a scene before

getting married, breaking up was not as casual an endeavor as when

Waylen's initial urge to call them, he held back and proposed, “Forget it. Let's extend an invitation for dinner this weekend.” In that

Leonel with a simple tip, and in a matter of days, Leonel figured things out and handled the

felt considerable irritation at Marcus's

yet to find himself a girlfriend; his days seemed to always

in a nonchalant manner, remarked, “Dad, didn’t you meet Mom when you were 28? I still have a year

know what to do

was just that

dialed his secretary, instructing, “Darcy, book a flight for me next Tuesday. I need to fly to Tashkao. There were issues with the

the troublesome case was no longer as

peered out the door, questioning his wife, “Rena, did you notice Marcus’ expression just now? He was smiling... I'm not imagining it, am I? It's a rare sight to witness him smile! Whom do you

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You weren't easily

you captivating.” Rena offered a subtle smile. The fine lines at the corners of her eyes bore witness to the imprints of age, embodying the grace and maturity bestowed

unbreakable bond

would occasionally unwind with friends,

after turning 40, Waylen no longer desired such

2716 He found comfort in staying with Rena and observing their children grow. Rena never imposed

husband.” Rena

remarked, “I know the children I've raised.” Rena nestled into his embrace, lost in thoughts. Although Alexis, being their firstborn, displayed sensibility and competence, she also bore the weight

From birth, Alexis was destined for a

harbored the hope that Leonel would bring happiness to Alexis

the way into the

closed behind them, offering a brief respite from prying

the top floor, Alexis found herself taken aback. Everything was as she had left it, including the snooker table she

furniture was in its

her gaze, Leonel remarked casually, “I've been too busy to play much pool. Maybe you can teach Evelyn someday. Look at how long her legs already are! I think shell grow tall. She could be a good player” The thought of Evelyn growing up healthily stirred a

searching, silently questioning why she hadn't returned sooner. “Her disease was diagnosed a year ago, wasn't it?” Alexis had indeed returned only after exhausting all other options with the best specialists. Her

word, Alexis lowered her head,

He placed Evelyn on the sofa in the rest area, and then opened two takeout boxes from a five-star ho Books

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on Leonel’s knee, Evelyn ate quietly before asking, “Dad, are you and Mom fighting?” Leonel glanced at Alexis, who was looking out the window, her eyes tinged with redness. His voice softened. “Let's just eat. There's a court trial this

wanted to argue in Evelyn's presence, so Alexis sat down, though her appetite was poor, and

Evelyn, Leonel turned to Alexis, concern evident in his voice. “Is the

2717 Observing Alexis, Leonel noted that she seemed

the common belief that women usually gain

out much in recent years,” she replied to his unspoken

eating, his voice growing hoarse as he asked, “Does Calvin cook well?” Alexis glanced at Leonel, who didn't look up, as if he had just asked a casual question. She nodded slightly, “Not bad.” Leonel, suddenly more insistent, pressed on, “How ‘not bad’ is it?" Alexis felt a bit cornered. “Leonel, can we not bring him up? If we want

upset Evelyn, who burst

dark, grew even more troubled. He hadn't

voice, but Evelyn sensed his

had a soft

tears

&

eating, lifted Evelyn onto his lap, and gently wiped

leaned on his shoulder, still

felt helpless and didn't attempt to

Alexis, “You go ahead and eat. I'l have the driver take you to the law

tenderly wiped her face with a warm towel and lulled her to sleep. He had even

to lie down with her,

to

CEO of the Exceed Group, the employees still referred

company was abuzz with over 18 different versions of the

wedding favors, but now, as Alexis descended the stairs alone, she could hear the whispers of the female employees. They speculated that since marrying Leonel and having a

sense that even the driver, Ross, had overheard the

those gossipy women say. They're clueless. Leonel does care about you.”

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