She then took a bite of a chip, commenting, “Dad, this is called preserving a childlike heart. Don't you do the same, engaging in midday amorous activities? That's a youthful spirit too!"

She chuckled. "No, it's more like ‘an old blade remains keen'."

Seated across from her, Waylen scolded, “If your mother caught wind of this, she'd be furious! Your bold demeanor is reserved only for me, you play the prim and proper role with her."

“One should conduct themselves appropriately in the company of esteemed individuals."

Waylen felt irritated.

Having sipped his tea, served by the attendant, he inquired, “Let's delve into the matter of Leonel's loan to Edwin."

Alexis smirked. "Dad, that's not your actual query, is it?"

Waylen abandoned the pretense, asking straightforwardly, "Fine! What about you and Leonel? Any plans? If you're serious, I can instruct your mother to commence preparations for your dowry, and I can offer Leonel guidance on matters like a father should."

"It's premature!"

Alexis responded with a light laugh, “Dad, understanding each other is crucial. Marriage isn't an impromptu decision. If we're incompatible and face the prospect of divorce, or if children become part of the equation, it becomes excessively complex."

Waylen agreed.

However, with Alexis being his own daughter and Leonel almost Like his own son, any unsightly issues would pose complications.

Alexis acknowledged his concerns.

Pausing momentarily, she offered a faint smile. "At worst, it would revert to how it was before!"

Concluding, she rose from her seat and said, “Dad, I must head back to the firm."

Waylen frowned. “Are you that busy? I haven't concluded my inquiries yet!"

Alexis leaned down and kissed him. "You could call Leonel back and thoroughly interrogate him. I believe he'd willingly discuss even his hobbies with you. Dad, trust me, men often find more common ground to converse about."

Waylen perceived his daughter as quite the mischievous one.

Could Leonel truly handle her?

He truly started to wonder the dynamics of their relationship.