Wearing a covetous expression, he continued, "Leonel is rising in prominence. I don't anticipate him proudly acknowledging me as his father. However, ponder this. The illustrious Leonel has a destitute father. If word gets out, it could tarnish his reputation. Isn't preserving the Fowler family's business reputation paramount?"

Having said his piece, Kenneth chuckled.

Alexis glanced downward, kicking a stone. “Alright. You better bring down Leonel swiftly. If you dawdle, I'll hold you in contempt."

Kenneth was taken aback.

He hadn't anticipated Alexis' indifference.