"Like what?"

Perhaps because he felt very good, his voice was rough with emotion as he spoke.

As she nestled into his shoulder, Alexis playfully nipped at him.

“Are you thinking about adopting a child? Do you feel like you're ready to be a dad? Raising a child is more than just caring for a pet, you know."

Leonel realized she must have seen the book.

He bent his head and kissed her gently.

His words were a blur. "We don't need a child then. I'll raise you as if you were my child. How about that?"

"Is this how you'd treat your child?" Alexis asked softly.

Leonel smiled quietly and decided not to delve further. He rarely spoke much after that.

The air was filled with romance.

Each breath was laden with love...

Leonel prepared breakfast in the morning. They left in separate cars after eating.

Leonel rolled down his window and watched Alexis silently, not uttering a word.

Alexis drove away with a smile.

Leonel pulled out a cigarette once she was out of sight. He lit it and took his time smoking before starting his car.

He drove straight to the hospital and had the surgery.

He left the hospital after an hour-long observation period.

Despite the possibility of reversing his decision in the future, Leonel was content with his choice.

He figured if Alexis ever wanted children, they could adopt.

If not, they were enough for each other.