Leonel regarded her.

After a prolonged silence, he suddenly queried, "Why did you decide to share a bed with me on that night?"

Alexis was taking a sip of water.

She nearly spat it out.

Locking eyes with Leonel, she eventually set the glass down.

“Fine, let's go! I'll accompany you to the grocery store."

The two walked with one in front of the other.

Alexis donned sunglasses. The employees kept their distance. Even her secretaries refrained from gossiping.

Once inside the car, she removed her sunglasses.

Leonel secured his seatbelt.

"What's the matter? Am I that inept for you?"

Alexis scoffed icily.

“How would I know your level of competence?"

Leonel gazed at her for a brief moment, opting not to respond. He shifted his focus ahead in silence.

They were adults. Rehashing those regrettable, pretentious words would only undermine his self-worth. As a man, he looked forward to a future with Alexis.

Alexis, full of thorns, occasionally pricked him painfully.

Yet, no matter the pain, he had to endure.

The atmosphere in the car grew somewhat somber. Alexis decided to play some music to lighten the mood. The soothing tunes worked wonders, bringing relief to both of them.

After a half-hour drive, Alexis halted the car.

Following a brief pause, she spoke softly.