Alexis wasn't in the mood for an argument. She rose from her seat and stated, “Our discussion is concluded, Mr. Douglas. Please leave."

Leonel's gaze remained inscrutable, his eyes deep and enigmatic.

He whispered.

"Can I invite you to dinner? It's nearly the end of the workday. You must be thinking about dinner, aren't you?"

Alexis refused.

“I'm sorry, Mr. Douglas. I have an appointment."

Leonel didn't force her.

Alexis summoned her assistant to escort Leonel out. Once he had departed, she took the check, contacted the accountant to document it, and subsequently sent the money to Edwin.

Alexis did it not only for Edwin, but also for her aunt Cecilia.

Cecilia had endured significant hardships during that period.

Alexis liked Cecilia and she wanted to do something.

She didn't feel tired until she finished her work.

Perhaps she had been overly occupied lately, which had left her feeling quite tense. She contemplated on drinking alone tonight to unwind.

In a bar that night, though Alexis donned a business suit, her striking appearance and demeanor made it inevitable that many would attempt to approach her.

She didn't make advances towards others.

She simply sat there in silence, savoring her cocktail.

Leonel stood a few meters away, silently observing her. She preferred getting intoxicated alone over sharing a meal with him.

Alexis also saw him.

They looked at each other without saying anything...

At that moment, a well-dressed man approached and offered to buy Alexis a drink.