Chapter 3725: Chapter 3726

Perhaps it was because neither of them had anticipated this unexpected encounter.

Alexis’ gaze quickly dropped to Leonel’s legs, questioning the reality of what she saw.

There was a brief flicker of panic in Leonel’s eyes, but it swiftly passed as he regained his composed demeanor.

Then, to her surprise, Leonel stood up from the wheelchair.

Little Cordelia, now eight months old, recognized Leonel’s face from their video chats.

She reached out her small hands and mumbled, “Daddy… Daddy.

”

Leonel looked at his daughter with a faint smile, a tender moment amidst the unexpected reunion.

Compelled by Cordelia’s recognition, Alexis walked over with her.

The person Leonel had been speaking with-senior executives from his company-acknowledged Alexis and Cordelia with polite nods before departing in another vehicle, leaving her and Leonel alone.

Alexis gently placed Cordelia into Leonel’s arms.

As he took his daughter, Leonel nearly lost his balance, quickly steadying himself by leaning against the car.

Little Cordelia wriggled energetically in his embrace, her activity nearly overwhelming for Leonel, yet his face lit up with joy at holding her.

In the blink of an eye, Leonel’s face was covered in saliva as Cordelia ki*sed him excitedly.

Leonel returned her ki*ses with affection, the unique scent of his baby girl stirring something deep within him.

After a moment, he turned to Alexis, his tone calm and somewhat indifferent.

“Why did you come back suddenly?”

With a faint smile, Alexis responded, “There’s some business at the firm, and I actually got a little homesick after being away for so long.

”

“WiLL you stay for long?” Leonel asked.

“I suppose so,” Alexis replied succinctly.

Leonel seemed reluctant to let go of Cordelia, holding her close.

It was then that Alexis noticed he was almost completely leaning on the car for support.

Glancing at the wheelchair again, she asked with a hint of concern, “Your legs… What happened?”

Leonel followed her gaze down to his legs, pausing for a moment before meeting her eyes again.

“The other day, I had some seafood that triggered my gout.

It’s nothing serious.

Sometimes it gets painful and I find it comfortable to sit in the wheelchair, you know! But, really, I didn’t expect to bump into you like this.

It’s quite embarrassing.

”

Just then, the driver exited the car and chimed in, “Yes, it’s true! I’ve told Mr.

Douglas more than once that he should ease up on the alcohol.

After all, he’s a prominent figure in society.

But he never takes my advice seriously…”

With a faint smile, Leonel said, “Well, put away the wheelchair.

”

As the driver complied, Leonel tenderly ki*sed Cordelia once more before addressing Alexis, “I must rush to a business meeting soon, so I can’t take you home myself.

I’ll come to pick up the kids some other day, if that’s convenient for you.

”

He maintained a polite and formal tone as he spoke.

“Sure thing,” Alexis said, keeping her tone light but professional.