Indifferent to her own gain and potential betrayal of Alexis, the servant confessed, “Mrs.

Douglas requested that I purchase birth control pills for her.

Speaking tentatively, she observed Leonel’s face.

Fearing potential violence from Leonel toward Alexis, she cautiously eyed his reactions.

It was common knowledge among the staff that Leonel and Alexis‘ relationship was unconventional and that Alexis was effectively confined by him.

Leonel maintained an impassive expression.

After toying with the diamond watch briefly, Leonel nonchalantly returned it to the servant, remarking, “Since Alexis gifted it to you, it’s yours to keep.

The servant expressed gratitude swiftly, but her gratitude waned as uncertainty crept in.

Was Leonel really so easy-going?

Leonel’s gaze softened as he spoke gently.

“Tomorrow morning, there will be a bottle of medicine on the desk in my study.

Take it to Alexis.

will attend to her

her, you will

with the medication, but fear of Leonel

herself

Leonel

his expectations, Alexis

room wearing a

often remained quiet when he didn’t push her,

that playing the devil’s advocate would

Leonel approached

servant

barely touched

underweight and frail, conceiving

you may struggle to carry

through the book, Alexis replied in a cold tone, “I

made it clear that if you desire children, there are plenty of women willing to bear them

of any skin

the tea table,

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