He pondered whether Alexis endured pain during Evelyn's birth.

With no family by Alexis' side, he wondered if loneliness and fear consumed her.

Waylen's counsel echoed in Leonel's mind.

Encouraging Leonel to free himself and extend an exit to Alexis. Yet Leonel grappled with the haunting question-could he endure life if he liberated Alexis?

Uncertainty clouded Leonel's mind.