She cleared her throat softly, trying to hide her embarrassment. "I never thought you'd be into this kind of thing!"

Leonel responded with a grin, "This should be an interesting experience!"

Other people nearby began to notice them, particularly a few women who couldn't help but gaze at Leonel's handsome face. Then they looked at the things he had selected. While Leonel acted as if nothing was unusual, Alexis was eager to move him along!

Their situation became even more awkward when they bumped into Carlos, their high school physics teacher, again.

Carlos greeted them with a fond look. His eyes then drifted to the items Leonel had selected and he let out a light laugh. “Leonel, what are the odds!"

Leonel paid the bill with one hand and smiled. "Mr. Gibson! Mrs. Gibson!"

Leonel often visited Carlos’ house in his younger days and shared a bond with his family, especially with Connie, who adored him almost like her own son. Connie's face lit up upon seeing them. “I was just talking about you with Carlos, and now here you are! Why don't you join us for dinner tonight? I've just bought a lot of groceries!"

Leonel found it hard to decline the invitation.

He turned to Alexis and asked, "What do you think?"

Alexis, reluctant to seem disrespectful to Carlos, consented, “But we didn't bring any gifts; that feels a bit inappropriate!"

Carlos wasn't bothered by this at all.

With Connie by his side, he gestured for the young couple to come along.

Leonel loaded their purchases in the trunk and once they were inside the car, he glanced at Alexis. "If you are not comfortable, we can leave immediately after dinner."

Alexis fastened her seatbelt and said, “I'm alright!"

Leonel leaned over unexpectedly and kissed her.

Alexis wanted to ask him about something but ended up just smiling.

Thirty minutes later, they reached Carlos' house. Leonel picked some fruits and a bouquet from their shopping and climbed the stairs, with Alexis trailing behind.

Upon entering, Leonel took out his coat and volunteered to assist Connie in the kitchen.

Connie chuckled and said, "Better to keep your girlfriend company!"

But when Leonel turned around, he noticed that Alexis was already deep in a lively discussion with Carlos. Those two boxes of condoms obviously hadn't weighed on her mind!