Alexis disapproved of his mischievous demeanor and warned, "When you return, you better not divulge the real cause of your injury."

Leonel glanced up at her.

Then, after a lengthy pause, he whispered, "Aren't you somewhat responsible for my injury? If you evade your duty, I can always summon that person to initiate legal action. I'll make it a public spectacle. Miss Fowler, I doubt you'd want the entire world privy to this gossip, would you?"

Alexis responded with a contemptuous sneer.

“Humph! Looks Like that's all you picked up while abroad," she retorted, a sardonic edge to her tone.