Chapter 2716 He found comfort in staying with Rena and observing their children grow. Rena never imposed restrictions on him, and he naturally drove home after work every day.
In a hushed tone, Waylen asserted, “Rena, I'm confident Leonel will make an excellent husband.” Rena responded casually, “I have no concerns.” Waylen tenderly caressed her face, like he always did.
Chuckling affectionately, he remarked, “I know the children I've raised.” Rena nestled into his embrace, lost in thoughts. Although Alexis, being their firstborn, displayed sensibility and competence, she also bore the weight of their greatest concerns.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇt(thanoss.com) ‘s (thanoss.com) From birth, Alexis was destined for a challenging Life.
Rena harbored the hope that Leonel would bring happiness to Alexis and that the two would share a Lifetime together.
Leonel, carrying Evelyn, led the way into the elevator, with Alexis following.
The doors closed behind them, offering a brief respite from prying eyes.
Upon reaching the CEO's office on the top floor, Alexis found herself taken aback. Everything was as she had left it, including the snooker table she had placed there.
The rest of the office furniture was in its familiar spots, as if she had never left.
Catching her gaze, Leonel remarked casually, “I've been too busy to play much pool. Maybe you can teach Evelyn someday. Look at how long her legs already are! | think shell grow tall. She could be a good player” The thought of Evelyn growing up healthily stirred a pang in Alexis's heart, a reminder of her daughters illness. She touched Evelyn's head tenderly, lost in thought.
Leonel's gaze on Alexis was searching, silently questioning why she hadn't returned sooner. “Her disease was diagnosed a year ago, wasn't it?” Alexis had indeed returned only after exhausting all other options with the best specialists. Her return to Leonel was a last resort, a decision made in the absence of any other hope. This fact lingered heavily between them.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmWithout a word, Alexis lowered her head, acknowledging the unspoken truth.
Leonel, managing to contain his emotions, didn't press the matter further. He placed Evelyn on the sofa in the rest area, and then opened two takeout boxes from a five-star ho Books Chapters Are Daily Updated Join & Stay Updated for All Books Updates...
L Inside were Evelyn's favorite dishes.
Perched on Leonel’s knee, Evelyn ate quietly before asking, “Dad, are you and Mom fighting?” Leonel glanced at Alexis, who was looking out the window, her eyes tinged with redness. His voice softened. “Let's just eat. There's a court trial this afternoon, right?” His tone was noticeably gentler than before.
Neither wanted to argue in Evelyn's presence, so Alexis sat down, though her appetite was poor, and she ate very little.
After finishing feeding Evelyn, Leonel turned to Alexis, concern evident in his voice. “Is the food not to your liking?