He felt comparing Alexis to Vanessa was an insult to Alexis.

Alexis wouldn't latch onto a man for his wealth over a meal, nor would she contemplate marrying someone solely for a semblance of pride.

Leonel suddenly could see why he was drawn to Alexis.

Alexis possessed numerous qualities that others lacked.

Born with privilege, she never settled for anything less; she always liked the previous incarnation of Leonel, not the tainted one he'd now become.