Marcus was reading a magazine.
He reassured in a laid-back tone, âMom, thereâs no need to worry.
Our dad wouldnât do such a thing, even if the world came to an end.
â
He glanced at Alexis and added, âApart from you, my sister is probably the only one who could get along with him.
Fortunately, she doesnât feel that attached to him.
â
Alexis knocked Marcus on the head.
Unperturbed, Marcus gazed at Leonel in a relaxed manner.
Even when the crisis was over, Marcus didnât dare to take him lightly.
Marcus was aware of Leonelâs means although others might not.
Leonel had played it smart.
He had put on a great show and managed to draw Alexis back without spending a dime.
The Smith family was miserable.
But Leonel emerged without a scratch.
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Marcus thought his sister was an intellectually and socially accomplished person.
But when it came to craftiness, neither one of she, Marcus and Edwin stood a chance against Lionel.
Marcus and Leonel faced off in silence.
Alexis chose to ignore this silent competition.
Then Elva returned, covering her nose the whole time, a clear sign of her allergies flaring up again.
Leonel effortlessly grabbed the medicine box.
Elva raised her head, allowing him to spray the medicine into her nose.
Leonel had been looking after both Elva and Marcus since they were young.
Alexis observed the scene in silence.
Elvaâs condition visibly improved after receiving the spray.
She grasped Leonelâs arm and said, âThank you, Leonel.
â
Leonel stored the medicine box away and advised Elva to always carry medicine when she went out.
Elva made a face at this and hurried to Marcus to ask for pocket money.
Marcus looked at her and inquired, âDidnât I just give you two million dollars last week?â
Elva responded angrily, âAll my finances are under your control.
If I donât ask you for money, who else can I turn to?â
Marcus continued to read his magazine.