Leonel remained in good spirits.
Regardless of her attempts to provoke him, anger eluded him.
Fatigue tinged Alexisâ demeanor.
She snuggled against him, her mind dwelling on Calvinâs ailment, yet sleep eluded her.
âConcerned about Calvin?â
Leonelâs voice resonated in the obscurity.
Alexis murmured her assent.
In moments like these, she found herself open to sharing with Leonel.
She delved into details about Calvinâs situation, discussing his parents and recounting the past when she took him under her wing.
Alexis spoke in hushed tones, and Leonel absorbed her words in unwavering silence.
As she concluded, with his face nestled in her neck, he posed a quiet question.
âAlexis, if I hadnât left then, would you still have welcomed him into your life?â
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A faint smile graced Alexisâ lips.
âAbsolutely! Although I wouldâve had you handle most of it.
â
Leonelâs voice lowered, its warmth accentuated.
âSo, will you allow me to take care of it now?â
Alexis remained silent for an extended period of time.
She responded casually, âEven if I accept your assistance, donât anticipate a permanent residence.
â
âOkay! Iâll move out as we agreed.
But I bet youâll miss me, Alexis.
Youâll get addicted to having me around.
â
Alexis could barely endure continuing to listen.
Leonel projected an air of dignity outwardly, but in private, he was such a flirt!
But a gentle flutter touched her heart.
From the age of 20 onward, she bore the weight of life alone.
Even during her most struggling time, dependence was a foreign concept.
His departure left her determined not to lean on anyone again.