Chapter 2499 Mark embraced his beloved little girl, ready to set things straight.
Through the rearview mirror, he glimpsed the heart of the problem.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtWith a soothing voice, Mark said, “If he's not the right one for you, we'll find someone better. There's no reason to be upset, right?” Alexis, battling a storm of emotions, answered, “He's irreplaceable to me! It seems I'm destined to be single!” Mark couldn't help but laugh at her melodramatic statement. “That's a ridiculous thought!” Joining in the light-hearted moment, the driver added with a chuckle, “Miss Fowler, with your beauty, you have countless admirers. In Czanch alone, suitors would indeed line up at your door!" As they drew closer to Evans Gardon, a taxi stopped at the entrance.
Leonel emerged from the vehicle.
With feigned ignorance, Mark commented, “Look at this boy, showing up uninvited as if he owns the place. | certainly didn’t summon him!” At that moment, Cecilia made her appearance, tasked with welcoming their particular guest.
She noticed Leonel’s tall, slender form and greeted him with a gentle smile.
“I'm the one who invited him. He's traveled quite a distance. Let's offer him a meal.” Cecilia then took Leonel’s luggage, her expression revealing a mixture of emotions as she noted his worn look. Leonel greeted her respectfully, “Mrs.
Evans!” Cecilia, with a blend of sternness and warmth, replied, “Still got some manners, | see. Then | must scold you. How could you let things escalate with Alexis? Waylen did the right thing if you ask me.” At her words, Leonels eyes instinctively searched for Alexis, revealing a complex mix of feelings.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmAlexis didn’t say a word.
She entered Evans Gardon with Mark coming along behind her. He softly touched Leonel’s shoulder and offered him words of comfort, “Young man, heartbreak is a normal part of life.” Leonel looked down and remained silent.
Mark noticed something different in Leonel’s demeanor.
His silence felt unusually deep.
Cecilia brought Leonel to a spare guest room. He expressed his gratitude softly, “Thank you, Mrs. Evans” “Why are you thanking me?”