Alexis tensed.

As Leonel ki*sed her, a painful memory surfaced-Leonel with Anika, his hands eagerly exploring, their breaths heavy with desire.

The weight of that image pressed down on Alexis like a heavy blow, stealing her breath.

Yet, she did not push him away.

They stood close, their breathing intense.

Eventually, Alexis gently pushed him at the waist.

“That’s enough.

Leonel struggled to compose himself.

He rested his forehead against hers, looking into her eyes intensely, though she could hardly bear to meet his gaze.

She murmured, “I want to sleep.

you for

down, I’ll come back to

“You’re not eating?”

“I’m not hungry now.

then I’ll bring Evelyn and Daniel

downstairs, Leonel ki*sed her cheek

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lay down on the bed,

reason but chose to ignore

in silence until she

kept his clothes on but removed his belt, cautious that the belt buckle would make

two hours, it would probably leave a mark on

Alexis remained silent.

gaze fixed on the crib where the baby slept

to be closer to the child, but she resisted displaying

Leonel seemed to read her

ki*sed the back of her neck and murmured softly, “Shall I

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