Following a brief pause, Calvin comprehended that she referred to Leonel.
Such inquiries were likely inherent in the father-daughter dynamic, considering Evelyn was Leonelâs offspring.
Calvin deemed it commonplace.
Tenderly caressing Evelynâs brown curls, Calvin murmured, âHeâs occupied with work.
Isnât it nice to have me here with you?â
Affectionate toward Calvin, Evelyn embraced him, whispering softly, âI Like you better.
â
While Calvin offered a smile, a touch of melancholy lingered.
Leaning down, he gently ki*sed Evelynâs forehead.
âI know you do.
Now, sleep tight.
â
Having pacified Evelyn, Calvin gently retrieved Ollie from her embrace.
The dog lay on the pillow, fixating its dark eyes on Evelyn, evidently sharing an affectionate bond.
Calvin ran his hand over Ollieâs fur.
As he rose to depart, Calvin noticed Alexis standing by the door, possibly having been there for some time.
Calvin inquired, âDid you hear all that?â
Alexis nodded in acknowledgment.
Approaching, she took a seat at the edge of the bed, delicately caressing Evelynâs face.
Indeed, Evelyn bore a striking resemblance to Leonel.
Speaking softly, Calvin suggested, âIf you were to have another child, Evelyn wouldnât feel as lonely.
â
In the event of Calvinâs passing, Alexis wouldnât endure loneliness any longer.
However, Calvin refrained from articulating these sentiments, fearing it might sadden Alexis, who had already faced considerable challenges in recent years.
Alexis remained silent.
Rising from her seat, she nodded subtly.
Seven days later, at the 60th birthday celebration of a renowned celebrity in Duefron, numerous prominent figures graced the event.
Owing to Renaâs indisposition, Waylen remained by her side, delegating the attendance to Marcus.
Accompanied by Calvin, Alexis also attended the event.
Despite Alexisâ three-year absence from Duefron, her legend endured.
Attendees were taken aback by her return, especially in the company of Calvin, suggesting a harmonious relationship.
Surprisingly, Darwin and Serenity made an appearance as well.
Although Serenity had donned her finest attire, an air of unease clung to her.
Taking the stage, she performed a piano piece.