Alexis continued on her path and she only responded with a slight smile.

Life, alas, had no ifs.

She went back to her room for a nap, and then got ready quickly before joining Leonel in his car for their visit to the client's company. When Alexis got into the car, she noticed that he was pale and expressed her concern by saying, “Are you sure you don't want us to postpone the meeting? You look quite pale which could impact the negotiation.

"Are you worried about me?" Leonel turned to her and asked.

Alexis replied with an uninterested tone, "My concern is for the success of our project."

Leonel gently stepped on the gas and said in a casual tone, "I see.

Your disdain for me has grown to the point where you wouldn't be bothered even if I were seriously sick."

His voice was laced with sadness, a feeling Alexis could obviously sense.

She remained silent though.

After an hour, they reached the location where the negotiation was set to take place.

The negotiations were rigorous and demanding and they lasted for six hours.

Contrary to what Alexis had anticipated, despite how pale he looked, Leonel maintained his sharpness and unwavering commitment to issues related to profit and was very confident.

Alexis wanted to talk about the case with him during the break.

However, Leonel appeared quite pale. He excused himself. "I have to use the restroom."

Alexis remained in the lounge, going over documents and didn't even touch her tea and snacks.

Leonel came back about 15 minutes later.

He settled next to Alexis and they conversed about the negotiations in a low voice. Alexis closed the file. “You need to rest. Is putting your health on the line really worth the financial gain?"

"Do you care about me now?" Leonel asked.

"Why would I? It's your life, not mine."

A bit annoyed, Alexis walked out to the terrace.