“I once naively thought Leonel was mine.

But I was mistaken. He left, only to return much later and not because he was mine, but because he chose to."

Visibly shocked, Darwin asked, “About your relationship with him..

"No comment," Alexis answered with a smile.

With her unfinished coffee, she rose and said, “Darwin, carrying too much burden can harm both you and the other person. They may not even value your sacrifices."

With that, she left.

Darwin remained and slowly finished his coffee.

He realized Alexis had a deep understanding of the situation.

She sensed his affection for her, yet he was worthless to her.

Alexis met Leonel when she walked out.

Seated in the car, she remained quiet for some time before asking, “Have you been having someone shadow me?"

Leonel didn't deny it.

Glancing her way, he admitted, “I'm concerned about your safety."

Her fingers tensed as she looked at Leonel. "You're aware of what Darwin told me, aren't you?"

Leonel was indeed aware.

He wasn't aware that Darwin had feelings for Alexis.

He wondered why Darwin chose to marry Serenity.

He felt a chill break out at the thought of it so he refrained from probing further.

Without another word, he drove straight to his apartment.

"It's not the weekend," Alexis pointed out.