Sighing lightly at the complexity of the situation, Alexis went back to work and left the law firm around 8 pm, ready to head back to her apartment.
As she reached the parking area, she noticed a Lotus Evora parked nearby.
It was unmistakably Leonelâs.
Through the rolled-down window of the car, Leonelâs handsome face was visible in the early spring night.
Holding her briefcase, Alexis mused on his uninhibited behavior in bed, contrasting sharply with his more composed demeanor now.
She approached the car, tapping on its body.
âWaiting for someone, Mr.
Douglas?â she inquired casually.
Leonel, with a slight tilt of his chin, simply said, âGet in.
â
Alexis replied with a smile, âI drove here myself.
You donât need to keep showing up like this.
Next time weâre in the mood, we can just meet at a hotel.
Itâs actually more discreetââ
Leonelâs frustration was palpable, wishing he could silence her provocative comments.
He stepped out of the car and ushered her inside.
Once settled next to him, Alexis took off her high heels, visibly exhausted.
Her day had been long and taxing- court in the morning, an intense encounter with Leonel at noon, and handling Edwinâs crisis through the afternoon and evening without so much as a bite to eat.
Noticing her pale complexion at a red light, Leonel asked softly, âNot feeling well?â
Alexis, not one to neglect her well-being, directed him, â
Letâs go eat something.
â
Leonel immediately connected the dots.
âThe lunch I sent today, you didnât eat it?â
Alexis let out a light snort.
âLetâs not do something as childish as that again.
â
Leonel remained silent, his grip firm on the steering wheel.
As the traffic light turned green, he drove to a nearby Mexican restaurant known for its pleasant atmosphere.
The chill in the air had thinned the crowd.
Once seated, Alexis ordered their meal, which arrived quickly.
She ate mostly in silence, her focus on the food.
After partially satiating her hunger and drinking half a glass of water, she noticed Leonel hadnât touched his meal.
She asked with a faint smile, âNot to your liking?â
Leonel simply shook his head.