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.

in hand but he was

who knew what was going on in

a long stare, Alexis muttered quietly,

taken aback, quickly

you

they passed Leonel, James nodded

in the blink of an eye, Leonel grabbed Alexis’ hand and pinned her

go, Leonel!” Alexis shouted as

held her firmly against the

the dim corridor light, his eyes

are you with James? You’re out on a date with him,

Why?”

free, Alexis met

the way you’re looking at me right

in close, Leonel whispered in Alexis’ ear, then ki*sed her before she could push

he held her hands with one and tilted her chin with the other, forcing her to accept the

crazy, Leonel?!”

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