Collecting herself, she spoke, Are you intent on overpowering me again? Have I become nothing more than an object for your lust within this hollow shell of a marriage? His gaze sharpened. Is that your belief? Her retort was tinged with bitterness. What else should I think? Standoffish and unyielding, they faced off until Leonel closed the gap between them, leaning in, his presence overwhelming as he framed her with his arms on the sofa. Their breaths mingled, his nose nearly touching hers.

His tone was icy. Evelyn is questioning if were splitting up. The servants whispers fill the house, and their fear of the future looms large. What do you presume our children make of this? Imagine their distress when the truth unfolds.

Alexis understood his tactics and questioned him softly, You brought that woman into your companys anniversary, allowing our children to watch her fawning over you. What do you presume our children make of that? Are you trying to unsettle me or just flaunting your allure? Her resolve was clear. I want no part in any of this, Leonel.

She pressed on, Should you have any regard for the children, lets work together to spare them any further upheaval. Your liaisons are no longer my concern. I will make it clear to the children. She dismissed his excuses.

Anika isnt the wedge between us. That night means nothing. I wasnt that drunk and nothing happened.

Leonels frustration was palpable as he confronted her. Why cling to these accusations? Consider the torment I endure, living with Calvins shadow over us. I wanted you to feel a fraction of my agony.

a pulse of pain echoing through her chest. She had always hoped to exit their union with grace, yet Leonel seemed intent on exacting a vengeful toll. The state of their

raw and direct. It hurts. Have you

release

to the point

fervent intensity. His force was such that it threatened

too jarring

no resistance, meeting his actions with

he rested against her, his voice was a hushed plea. Alexis, I dont want this separation. Please, dont force my hand.

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