Jet-lagged and lacking appetite, Alexis refused food.

Leonel didn’t push.

When Evelyn tired herself out, he carried her up, bathing her.

She seemed genuinely happy.

Kids were always confused about adult arguments.

After Evelyn bathed, Leonel handed her to Alexis.

He met Alexis’ gaze as he said, “She’s sleeping with you now.

I’ll let her sleep alone after she gets used to this place.

Ignoring him, Alexis cradled the girl gently.

Evelyn drifted off quickly.

asleep, Alexis looked up at

point of all

Leonel couldn’t answer.

he knew was he

did, she might never

she’d find someone

Leonel would just become an

so even if she despised

woke early the next morning, Leonel and Evelyn were gone

Alexis

she padded barefoot on

familiar sight

lots of maple trees just Like the one she and Leonel had planted on her

had planted

She understood his intent.

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