Sensing his steadfast determination, Rena felt her heart ached with a mixture of respect and sorrow.

She softly implored, “Leonel, think about starting anew. Alexis may not return to you.”

At her words, a shadow crossed Leonel's face.

He offered a final, solemn response. “Mrs. Fowler, I still wish to try." With that, he departed.

As Rena settled into the car, her emotions churned.

Waylen, sensing her distress, gently inquired, “Did you speak with Leonel?

With a nod, she confirmed.

As Waylen drove in contemplative silence, Rena voiced her concerns.

"He's changed so much and seems deeply troubled. I'm afraid he might act rashly and get himself into trouble."

"What could possibly happen? Our daughter is the one we should worry about," Waylen responded, trying to shift the focus.

Rena, with a reproachful glance, countered, "If Leonel can't let go of this, it's our daughter who will suffer the consequences first.

What if his desperation leads him to do something drastic?"

Waylen, attempting to comfort her, patted her hand gently. “Let's Limit our involvement in their matters. We've done enough and now they're on their own.”

“But we can't just abandon him," Rena murmured, her concern evident.

"You're too lenient!" Waylen exclaimed, a hint of frustration in his voice.

"And you're not?" Rena challenged. "You drove him away, yet I hear you sighing every night."

A sad smile crossed Waylen's face.

No parent could stay indifferent about a child they raised.

He knew, however, that some decisions Leonel must make on his own.

Meanwhile, at the court, Alexis encountered Serenity and Darwin, finalizing their divorce.