Noreen didn’t press the matter any further.

Lost in thought, she remembered how, even in the early days of the company, Leonel was more cautious with these social events… Back then, he had a good thing going with Alexis and he had cared more about his health.

But now…

In her reverie, she spotted Alexis and James heading their way, deep in conversation.

Looked Like they’d just wrapped up a business dinner.

Actually, it was James who’d asked Alexis for a favor.

With everything sorted, he couldn’t thank her enough, saying, “Alexis, I owe you big time.

Really appreciate it!”

“Eh, it’s no biggie,” Alexis replied casually.

But then, she froze, catching sight of Leonel…

He was in a crisp white shirt, looking quite dashing.

had a cigarette in hand but he was

but who knew what was going on

stare, Alexis muttered quietly,

taken aback,

walk you to your

passed Leonel, James

eye, Leonel grabbed Alexis’ hand and pinned her against

Leonel!” Alexis shouted as

protests, Leonel held her firmly against

dim corridor light, his eyes

demanded, “Why are you with James? You’re out on a date with him, but won’t even look

Why?”

free, Alexis met his

you’re

Leonel whispered in Alexis’ ear, then

her hands with one and tilted her chin with the other, forcing her

crazy, Leonel?!”

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