She didn't fancy the idea of being the center of attention the next day.

She gently pushed him away, setting a boundary. "You can stay, but let's keep it appropriate."

Leonel, in truth, didn't have any other intentions.

He was simply overjoyed tonight, desiring nothing more than to kiss and embrace her.

A secret thought crossed his mind, considering his new identity as Waylen's son, which technically made him Alexis’ brother. The memory of their passionate nights together brought a strange excitement.

Alexis switched off the light.

They settled into bed together, her fingers Lightly touching his Lips as she whispered, “Let me guess, did things get better between you and dad?"

Leonel gave a light chuckle. "Between us, it's Like making up. But with dad, it feels more like burying the hatchet, doesn't it?"

“Have we made up, then?"

Trapping her in his embrace, Leonel's face close to hers, he whispered, “I guess we have. Otherwise, you'd be mad when seeing those documents, right?"

Alexis couldn't resist nipping his shoulder.

He was so sly, turning off her phone on purpose, sneakily leading her to the study.

Alexis suddenly felt sorry for herself.

How naive she had been as a child to bring home such a wolf!

Leonel sensed her lingering anger and acknowledged his own faults. On this night, he humbled himself, gently urging her, “Alexis, how about we start anew? I'll stop doing things you hate."

He whispered, "Let's be like a normal couple, like mom and dad."

Gently caressing his face, Alexis asked softly, "Like them? Leonel, my parents faced much more than we ever have!"

Leonel held her close.

After a pause, he murmured, "Will you give it a try with me?"

Alexis remained quiet for a moment before asking, "When did you realize... you had feelings for me?"