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.

for two people who had decided

be, Alexis took

she pointed out, gesturing towards

to see the kids, just

Alexis, his

assist, loading the luggage into

limo, his gaze fixed on

were gone, Leonel suddenly gripped the door handle,

Leonel was under, rushed to

be okay if you just

help, Leonel managed to get into the back seat, his back also drenched

Leonel was grappling with his pride and the fear of appearing diminished

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

felt like a shadow of his former self, reliant

clenched his teeth, trying to

the driver quickly

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