It was time to release her, he realized.

Nuzzling her cheek, he whispered, “Alexis, I’m letting you go.

It’s best for us both.

We must start anew.

Marcus was right.

I am not your cure.

I’m the problem.

Leonel spoke of the kids.

He told her, “The kids will stick with you.

If you’re swamped, bring them here.

Don’t be too harsh on Evelyn and Cordelia.

should be pampered

shine brighter than me

His words trickled out.

he felt dampness on his

Alexis wept.

cupped her tear-streaked face, wiping her

“Don’t cry.

I’ve set you

I have let

Alexis’ lips quivered.

memories surged back, tumultuous as

here on out,

your home

let’s pinky swear we’ll

eternity but their marriage couldn’t last a

Leonel said, “Alexis, I’m setting you

Alexis sobbed uncontrollably.

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