He buried his face beside Alexis' neck and spoke in a_ hoarse, anguished voice.

"Alexis, tell me what I should do. What do I need to do to bring us back together?"

With a faint smile, Alexis replied, “The past is in the past. We can't turn back the clock."

Perhaps it was because Leonel appeared particularly vulnerable that she was more considerate towards him.

"I'll take you to the hospital,” she offered.