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.

looked up

point of

Leonel couldn’t answer.

he knew was he

did, she

find someone

become an awkward memory

if she despised

the next morning, Leonel and Evelyn were

Alexis

on the soft carpet,

a familiar sight

French window, there was lots of maple trees just Like the one she and Leonel had

had planted

She understood his intent.

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