Darwin stood in bewilderment.
Leonelâs words carried a veiled implication.
What did he mean by those words?
Upon reflection, a cold sweat broke out on Darwinâs back.
He questioned if Leonel had seen through him.
Darwin harbored feelings for Alexis but had kept them a secret.
He had contemplated pursuing Alexis when she and Leonel ended their relationship some time ago.
Darwin had even sought his parentsâ help for a blind date with Alexis, but Waylen thwarted the plan.
To him, marrying his precious daughter to a divorced man like Darwin was out of the question.
Darwin appeared distressed.
Leonel adjusted his collar, choosing not to engage in a prolonged argument with Darwin.
He entered the car.
Deliberately, Serenity spoke up.
âLeonel, we used to be together, a thorn always in Alexisâ heart.
You understand her, donât you? How could she endure your betrayal?â
âYou neednât concern yourself with my affairs.
â
Observing the couple, Leonel couldnât shake the feeling that their history had been tumultuous.
Starting the car, Leonel departed swiftly.
Serenityâs lips quivered.
Turning to Darwin, she queried, âYou also believe I deserved this, donât you? Yes, I took Kenneth back.
He had nowhere else to go and I pitied him.
Leonel never understood me.
He believed I got what I deserved.
Darwin, whatâs the purpose of my existence? Iâd rather not live.
â
Following her words, Serenity wheeled herself towards the center of the street.
Embracing her from behind, Darwin pressed against her, murmuring, âSerenity, donât do this.
Itâs not your fault.
You simply love someone.
â
Tears streamed down Serenityâs face as she questioned, âDo you genuinely believe that?â
Darwin nodded affirmatively.
Serenity collapsed into his arms, seeking solace as she wept softly.
Serenity refrained from divulging to Darwin that Kenneth, during the assault, hadnât used protection, leaving the possibility of pregnancy looming.
Since she refrained from taking any medication during her hospital stay, there was a possibility that she would get pregnant.
It was speculated that she might be carrying the child of the Douglas family, making the baby biologically related to Leonel.
In such a situation, how could Leonel distance himself from her? Darwin, innocent and benevolent, would undoubtedly champion justice for her.
A wry smile played on Serenityâs lips.
Gently stroking her belly, she harbored a fervent wish for pregnancy.
In the evening, Alexis steered her car to Leonelâs apartment.