Leonel hesitated to hand little Cordelia back to her, lingering a moment with one more gentle ki*s on the cheek.

Cordelia wasn’t having any of it, though.

Once back in Alexis’ arms, she pouted, visibly upset about leaving her dad.

Seeing her reaction, Leonel couldn’t help but smile and tease.

“Wow, someone’s got a bit of a temper, huh?” His voice was light, trying to coax a smile from the little one.

Cordelia responded by burying her face in Alexis’ shoulder, pointedly ignoring Leonel.

Leonel watched the exchange, a mix of amusement and a touch of sadness in his eyes.

After a moment, he turned back to Alexis.

“She’s amazing, Alexis.

You’ve really done a great job with her,” he complimented sincerely.

Lengthy for two people

to be, Alexis took the initiative to

pointed out, gesturing towards the

the kids,

his

quickly stepped in to assist, loading the luggage into the trunk and helping

against the limo, his gaze fixed on Alexis until the car disappeared

they were gone, Leonel suddenly gripped the

recognizing the strain Leonel

you have to be so stubborn? It would be okay if you just stayed in the wheelchair,”

driver’s help, Leonel managed to get into the back seat, his back also

his pride and the fear

couldn’t bear the thought of being seen as less than

self, reliant on others

him, Leonel closed his eyes and clenched his

the driver quickly offered him

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