She set the frame down.

She acknowledged her possessiveness and territorial nature. If Leonel couldn't assure her of his complete commitment, they might have to go their separate ways.

Alexis' previously uplifted mood took a downturn.

She sat on the sofa, feeling bored, playing games on her phone, remaining immobile until six o'clock, when Leonel concluded his meeting and returned.

He promptly noticed the overturned picture frame.

He picked it up, giving it a cursory glance, and then calmly commented, “If you're not fond of it, I can put it away."

Alexis nonchalantly inquired, "You have a close relationship with her?"

Leonel maintained a subtle smile. "When we first ventured abroad, we shared the same social circle, so we looked out for each other for a while."

Alexis raised her gaze, saying, “What exactly do you mean by ‘looking out for each other'?"

The atmosphere took on a subtle shift.

Leonel walked to the water dispenser, pouring a glass for Alexis.

Leaning against the sofa, he explained, “Naturally, it was about providing mutual support in life. We were quite young at that time, living in a foreign country after all."

His words held no apparent issues, prompting Alexis to cease further inquiry.

Sipping the water leisurely, she offered a faint smile. "Shall we head home?"

Leonel took the wheel of Alexis' car for the journey back.

Along the way, he made a detour to purchase some groceries.

Upon his return to the car, Alexis gazed at him and remarked, "On a day like today, don't you consider going out for a date? Why cooking at home instead?"

Leonel secured his seatbelt, offering a sidelong smile. “Isn't staying at home a good option?”

Alexis couldn't help but playfully tease, "You don't strike me as someone who's had a few girlfriends before!"

Leonel leaned in for a brief kiss, his voice carrying a husky tone.