In fact, the look in Alexis' eyes wasn't cold; it was notably calmer than before. In the dim light, Leonel noticed the slight sinking of her upper eyelids, a telltale sign of aging in women. But it didn't make her less pretty; it just reminded him she wasn't as young as she used to be.

Alexis regarded him calmly for a few moments.

Contrary to his expectation of silence, she replied softly, “I'm doing well. The child is fine too."

Leonel felt a surge of flattery.

A spark of hope flickered within him as he gazed deeply into Alexis' eyes. After a moment of hesitation, he spoke up again softly.