Perched on Leonelâs shoulders, Evelyn felt an overwhelming sense of happiness.
The sun bathed her in its warm glow, creating a particularly comfortable and cozy sensation.
She felt especially close to her father.
After a leisurely stroll lasting about 20 minutes, they reached the restaurant.
It was relatively empty during the Lunch hour in workdays.
As they entered, a waiter approached with a friendly greeting.
âHello, is it just the three of you?â
Alexis looked up.
She was taken aback.
She didnât personally know this person, but she was aware of his identity.
Alexis knew what happened between Marcus and Melissa; and although she didnât voice her concerns, she later sought out Marcusâ secretary, Sylvia.
Alexis was determined to continue her investigation and uncover Melissaâs past.
It turned out that Melissa had a boyfriend who had been sick for two years.
She sold the bracelet Marcus gave her and used the money for her boyfriendâs treatment.
Alexis now recognized the man standing before her.
It was none other than Melissaâs boyfriend, Ryan Jenkins, whom she had seen in a photograph.
Ryan was undeniably handsome, and it was rumored that he had attended a prestigious university.
After his recovery from illness, he had diligently worked his way through college.
After paying for his medical bills, the remaining money he received from Melissa had been used by him as a down payment for an apartment.
Alexis sighed, contemplating the complexities of human nature.
Alexis had heard about Melissaâs departure from Duefron and her breakup with the man standing in front of her.
She couldnât help but empathize with Melissa, knowing that she must be going through a difficult time.
However, the young man standing before Alexis appeared remarkably youthful and
full of energy.
There was no outward sign that he had ever battled a serious illness.
There was even less indication that he had ever been the object of affection of a young lady.
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Ryan exuded an air of ambition and enthusiasm.
Perhaps it was because of Alexisâ straightforward gaze, her height, and striking beauty.
Even though she was married, there was still a flicker of male vanity kindling within Ryan.
He believed that Alexis might have developed an interest in him.
The moment the manager spotted Alexis and Leonel, he greeted them respectfully, saying, âHello, Mr.
Douglas, Miss Fowler.
â
The manager turned to Ryan and informed him, âThese are the son and daughter of our owner.
â
Son and daughter?
They werenât a couple? Ryan thought they were.
However, Evelyn cried, âDaddy, itâs so hot outside.
I want to go to the bathroom.
â
Leonel immediately gave Evelyn to Alexis.