Before she could finish, Leonel cut in hoarsely, âI can.
â
With reluctance, he released her grip.
Reluctant or not, he had to let go.
Alexis walked away, resolute.
She reminded herself not to soften towards Leonel.
Heâd disappointed her too many times.
There would be no more second chances.
She wouldnât get entangled with him again.
After Alexis left, Leonel lingered, staring blankly at the food.
It tasted familiar.
These were dishes he used to love.
Realizing he hadnât savored such homemade cuisine in ages, he quietly polished off every bite.
The butler emerged from his hiding spot, teasing, âIt seems you fancy the pregnancy menu, Mr.
Douglas! Nutrients are vital for moms and babies, but Iâm sure not the dads.
â
Leonel was stunned.
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Back in the ward, Alexis found Daniel playing with toys on the bed, with Rena by his side.
Quietly shutting the door, Alexis joined Waylen on the sofa.
âYou took a while, huh? Did you talk things through?â he asked.
Alexis didnât hold back.
âYeah, we spoke about the kids.
He wants more time with Evelyn and Daniel.
Iâm okay with it.
â
For his grandkidsâ sake, Waylen was ready to compromise.
It was mainly because Leonel had behaved himself so far!
Worried about upsetting Alexis, Leonel didnât dare to do anything out of line again.
As they chatted, Leonel appeared at the door.
He stepped in, checking Danielâs temperature gently.
With the fever gone, Daniel was feeling chipper.
Relieved to see Daniel improving, Leonel turned to Alexis.
âIâll stick around for Daniel or I can take your shift tomorrow.
â
Leonelâs plan had a touch of humility.
Before Alexis could respond, Waylen jumped in.
âThat sounds like a plan! Youâve got the morning shift tomorrow!â
Hearing that, Leonel grabbed his coat from the sofa, slipping it on.