She noticed Leonel's tall, slender form and greeted him with a gentle smile. "I'm the one who invited him. He's traveled quite a distance.

Let's offer him a meal."

Cecilia then took Leonel's luggage, her expression revealing a mixture of emotions as she noted his worn look. Leonel greeted her respectfully, "Mrs. Evans!"

Cecilia, with a blend of sternness and warmth, replied, "Still got some manners, I see. Then I must scold you. How could you let things escalate with Alexis? Waylen did the right thing if you ask me."

At her words, Leonel's eyes instinctively searched for Alexis, revealing a complex mix of feelings.