Alexis remained silent, her form motionless, even as he exited. Once alone, a solitary tear traced her cheek.

Leonels love had dwindled to mere possession, his fear of abandonment stronger than his desire for her happiness.

Alexis was all too familiar with this abandonment, living daily with the void of his affection.

Their communication had eroded to nothing. Their marriage, a deadlock of unspoken grievances.

Leonels visits were sporadic, yet he maintained his role as a father, tender with the children, cordial with Alexis.

Behind closed doors, however, they were estranged, their emotional bonds worn to indifference.

The whispers of discord in their marriage had reached every ear.

a private word with

he refused to plead

black limousine. The driver caught Leonels dour reflection and inquired, Mr. Douglas, shall we return to the villa or head to the company? Leonel

They arrived at the company headquarters, a testament to Leonels vision, erected just two

Anikas presence, drenched by the rain, standing resolutely before the

you here in the rain? The guy in the fancy car looked real suave,

just about fame and fortune,

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