Im aware youre eager to move on, but indulge me with this meal. Its customary to share a parting dinner, isnt it? Despite the end of our marriage, well remain entwined in ways most dont understand. How does that sit with you? Alexis paused, her mind reeling.

It was his birthday.

A sardonic smile played on Leonels lips. It indeed slipped your mind, then. Perhaps only the date of Calvins passing holds your heart captive.

She pressed her lips together, a slight tension evident. Your birthday shouldnt be overshadowed by such talk, she replied quietly.

Meeting her gaze, he searched her eyes. Dol still matter to you? Alexis didnt speak. Instead, she took a bite of her vegetables, chewing thoughtfully before turning to the egg, leaving half the noodles untouched, which Leonel finished.

She was about to speak when he rose. Ill check on the children, he announced.

Alexis interjected, We should discuss the agreement.

staircase. Turning back,

the topic of divorce? Feeling cornered, Alexis conceded, Very

the stairs,

were absorbed in their studies, lessons imparted by Alexis adept teaching. Though aware of their fathers return, they chose to focus

him with a joyous Dad! Daniel, typically more guarded, allowed a small smile

Evelyn into his arms, Leonel acknowledged

have to do my homework,

her hair in a fatherly gesture and set

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