She closed her eyes, resigning herself to let him stay if he was so determined to keep her company.

As she drifted off, her head rested on his sturdy arm.

The soft, pink lamp light cast a gentle glow on her face, bringing out traces of her youthful self.

"Alexis," Leonel murmured, leaning in to kiss her tenderly.

Alexis’ eyes fluttered open, but before she could utter a word, Leonel had already taken her hand, their fingers intertwining.