No words were exchanged, yet a mutual understanding dawned upon them.

Both were overwhelmed by feelings of sadness and helplessness.

In the days that followed, Leonel continued to show kindness to Alexis.

Due to her lack of resistance when he sought embraces at night, Leonel began to harbor hope that their relationship could be salvaged.

However, Alexis still appeared indifferent toward intimacy.

Roughly 5@ days post-delivery, Leonel headed to the company as usual.

Before departing in the morning, he informed Alexis of his return by around six and arranged for the driver to fetch Evelyn and Daniel.

Work progressed smoothly though, prompting Leonel to return home earlier than expected.

Bearing a pack of diapers tailored for Cordelia’s needs—-her only allergy-free option-and a bouquet of champagne roses, he entered the house quietly.

tiptoed through

two nighttime awakenings, sleep seemed probable

door stood slightly

a smile, Leonel pushed it open, envisioning Alexis resting on the bed, her serene face nestled into the

wooden door creaked open, revealing

but Alexis was nowhere to

flowers slipped from his grasp, tumbling to

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pushing against the bathroom door with force before yanking it

surprise,

wave of weakness washed over him, accompanied

floor, his trembling hand reaching for a cigarette in an

the baby in

way to the sink, he activated the golden tap,

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