Leonel stood beside it, thankfully not smoking.
After observing Leonel for a moment, Waylen silently turned and made his way back to the villa.
Although Leonel caught a glimpse of him, his lips barely moved in greeting before Waylen disappeared inside.
That night, Leonel remained outside the villa for a long time.
As seasons changed from summer to fall, Leonel frequently prepared different snacks, which Evelyn and Daniel would take home.
Alexis usually accepted the food, likely for the sake of her unborn child.
Seeing her willingness to eat, Leonel devoted himself to perfecting his culinary skills.
Despite everything, Alexis had not forgiven him.
She refused to let him accompany her to prenatal appointments or be present at the birth.
âDad, does it hurt to have a baby?â Evelyn asked.
Leonel was momentarily lost in thought, recalling when Alexis had given birth to Daniel.
He had been by her side in the delivery room, watching as pain etched itself across Alexisâ pale face, her hand gripping his tightly.
Yet, when the baby arrived, her expression softened into a gentle smile.
âHe looks very cute,â Alexis had whispered softly to Leonel.
Pulled from his reverie by Evelynâs voice, Leonel was about to respond when his phone interrupted.
It was a call from Jack.
âMr.
Douglas, Miss Fowler might be in labor early.
â
Leonelâs grip on the phone faltered.
He ended the call and turned to Evelyn, âMommy is going to have the baby.
Letâs go.
â
Evelynâs anxiety was palpable.
As they prepared to leave, Evelyn clutched Leonelâs Little finger.
It had been a long time since she had sought such comfort from him, especially after the incident in Merblune.
Upon sensing her fear, Leonelâs eyes welled up.
He embraced her gently and reassured, âDaddy is here.
â
She continued to hold onto his finger tightly.
Knowing time was of the essence, Leonel lifted Evelyn-even though she was a teenagerâinto the car.
He drove swiftly yet carefully, mindful of his daughterâs presence.
At Pinnacle Hospital of Duefron, Alexisâ labor progressed more smoothly than expected.
The baby arrived a week early but without undue delay.
At the hospital, Alexis was quickly attended by an obstetrician who, after examining her, announced, âSheâs six centimeters dilated.
Get ready for delivery.
â
The doctor, familiar with the Fowler family, leaned over and reassured Alexis, âItâs going well.
The babyâs head is a manageable size, and weâve received the special plasma supply.
â
She tactfully paused, avoiding any inappropriate comments.
Amidst the pain, Alexis figured that the blood was donated by Leonel, who had it drawn regularly every month.