Alexis looked at Waylen expectantly, wondering if he would notice her concerns.
Waylen seemed to understand but pretended not to and instead kissed her.
He said, “Go wash your face and take Marcus downstairs to have something to eat.”
Tears welled up in Alexis’s eyes, but she obediently went downstairs with Marcus.
Meanwhile, Rena had enjoyed a good nap.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtA soft sensation suddenly brushed against her neck from under the quilt.
When she woke up, she saw her daughter’s tender face.
“Mommy.” Alexis wrapped her arms around Rena’s neck and planted a soft kiss on Rena’s face.
Rena gently touched Alexis’ small body, finding comfort in her presence.
Alexis snuggled up to Rena’s embrace and acted like a spoiled child, complaining about Waylen’s “cruel” treatment of Leonel.
Leonel had somehow become like a Laborer.
Rena was taken aback by this, a mix of annoyance and amusement.
She knew Waylen had high expectations for their children, though he loved them deeply.
She thought he would be just a bit strict when it came to educating them.
However, she never expected Leonel, at such a young age, to be rendered to the stress of elite education.
Rena kissed Alexis and said gently, “Tell daddy to come to the bedroom. Mommy wants to see him.”
Alexis, thrilled to relay her mother’s message, quickly left the bedroom.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmShe ran to the door of the study and called out, “Daddy, mommy wants to see you!”
Waylen closed the file.
Upon looking into Alexis’ eyes, he realized she had told on him.
He chuckled as he looked at Leonel.
As Waylen passed by Alexis, he affectionately stroked her head and said, “Take Leonel downstairs and eat something. Don’t come back upstairs for at least two hours.”
Blinking, Alexis grabbed Leonel’s hand and dashed downstairs.
Waylen shook his head and smiled, then walked back to the main bedroom.