Leonel stood on the foyer, gazing quietly at Alexis.

Inside the house, a few candles flickered, casting a soft glow in the big dining room. But Alexis sat alone, dressed sharp in black, blending with the dim light, adding to her solitude.

The candlelight played on her face, hiding her feelings from Leonel.

He glanced down, switched his shoes, and then murmured, “You seem cheerful today, enjoying a solo candlelit dinner” Putting on his slippers, Leonel moved in for a ki*s but Alexis turned her face to the side, saying, “I just find the light a bit too much."

She gestured to the other side.

her. After pouring himself some wine, they both

pregnant silence, Alexis spoke up. “Have you decided?” Leonel lifted his glass, took a sip, and grinned. “I said I want custody of the kids, or no deal”

Leonel? There are plenty of young girls out there that would be eager to have babies with you.” Leonel

her, not wanting

up memories of his unexpected ki*s

moment thing, or maybe it was the strain in their

push had come to shove, he resisted the urge to act

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