Thirty minutes later, he arrived at the hospital. Boris Jones, an expert in the Department of Hematology, awaited him.

Leonel engaged in a conversation with Boris for approximately an hour.

His countenance bore signs of distress upon exiting.

The prognosis was grimthere existed a significant likelihood that the child conceived with Alexis would be afflicted with a blood disorder.

Opting against having a child seemed like the wisest course.

Leonel grappled with the ethical dilemma of denying a woman her right to motherhood, especially when that woman was Alexis.

Leonel stood within the confines of the elevator.

Observing the ascending numbers, he pondered whether opting for a vasectomy could conclusively resolve the issue.

This way, Alexis would be spared any potential adversity.

They could share a secure and harmonious life together indefinitely.

Exiting the elevator, he proceeded directly to the registration window, leaning in to declare, "I'm here to register for the andrology department. I'm interested in getting a vasectomy."

Initially inattentive, the toll collector's gaze inadvertently met Leonel's face as she handed him the invoice, leading to a moment of stunned surprise.

She couldn't fathom that such an attractive individual would opt not to have children.

Unable to contain her curiosity, she ventured, "Sir, would you reconsider?"

Leonel accepted the registration form and departed promptly.

As the doctor penned the appointment slip, he offered a reassuring smile to Leonel. “In fact, this is not permanent. If you later desire to have children, a minor procedure can reverse the vasectomy.

However, it's advisable not to delay beyond eight years, as an extended interval may adversely affect sperm quality."

Leonel acknowledged it stoically.

The doctor couldn't refrain from commenting, "There's an increasing number of dual-income, no-kids couples nowadays.”

Surprisingly, Leonel admitted in a soft tone, “I genuinely desire to have a child."