That was why he said he had a girlfriend and told her to move on with her life as well.
Alexis was in shock, standing there for what felt like an eternity.
By the time she snapped back to reality, the banquet had already wrapped up and everyone was Leaving.
As she headed out, she bumped into Leonel at the hotel entrance.
He was talking quietly with Noreen, and their voices were too low for Alexis to make out what they were saying.
Seeing Leonel again brought a mix of feelings to Alexis.
She stared at the man she had once loved intensely and later grew to resent just as fiercely.
After everything sheâd recently discovered, it all seemed trivial now.
Back in Merblune, sheâd made Leonel cave in by threatening to harm herself.
But now, things were different.
She just wanted him to be okay, no matter what.
Leonel noticed her and turned to look.
Under the sparkling chandelier, Alexis looked unusually pale.
Blood was dripping from her hand, pooling on the carpet.
But she didnât seem to notice.
Leonel quickly approached and grabbed her wrist.
He saw the cut on her palm and asked, âWhat happened? Whereâs your⦠whereâs your boyfriend?â
Before she could answer, Leonel tried to lift her up, but his legs couldnât manage to support her weight.
He wasnât even strong enough to pick up a baby anymore.
He sighed and said gently, âCome on, letâs get you to a hospital.
â
Alexis couldnât take her eyes off him.
Tears started to fill her eyes.
Leonel had no idea what sheâd been through.
He held her wrist firmly and led her to the car.
Even though he struggled to walk, he kept going, determined to get her to safety.
Alexis was gently guided into the back seat and Leonel followed her inside.
Noreen, sensing the tension, took the front passenger seat and instructed the driver, âHead to the closest hospital.
â
The driver didnât waste any time and hit the gas.
The car was dimly lit.
Alexis and Leonel sat next to each other.
It had been ages since theyâd been this close.
Leonel spoke softly.
âDonât you have any hemostatic stuff in your bag?â
Alexis shot back, âWhereâs your girlfriend? Shouldnât she be with you?â