Leonel's frustration was palpable, wishing he could silence her provocative comments. He stepped out of the car and ushered her inside.

Once settled next to him, Alexis took off her high heels, visibly exhausted.

Her day had been long and taxing- court in the morning, an intense encounter with Leonel at noon, and handling Edwin's crisis through the afternoon and evening without so much as a bite to eat.

Noticing her pale complexion at a red light, Leonel asked softly, "Not feeling well?"

Alexis, not one to neglect her well-being, directed him, "Let's go eat something."