“Why would I be upset?" Alexis replied.

Alexis smiled and said, “I judge actions, not people. I'd be upset with you if you were at fault. However, the issue is between Darwin and Serenity. Why should I trouble myself with their problems? Mr. Douglas, it's unwise to distress oneself over matters that don't concern us."

She got ready for her shower after she said this.

Just then, Leonel enveloped her in an embrace. His hand gently held her head against his chest.

She felt that familiar sensation again!

Her heart was racing.

Leonel always managed to make her look delicate and fragile whenever she stood beside him, despite her height.

Although they were of the same age, he made her feel like a little girl, rather than the accomplished lawyer she was.

Alexis' nose brushed against him and it turned a bit red. Her voice, slightly deeper, sounded almost like a spoilt child. “Leonel... What are you doing?"

"Nothing! Just wanted to hold you."

He then bent down to kiss her hair and said softly, "Alexis, knowing you have been a joy.”

"Just joy?"

“No! More than joy!"

Alexis rested her face in the curve of his neck and her slender arms encircled his waist. They held each other in the quiet of the night.

After a moment, she murmured, “Leonel, I need to freshen up. Can I go shower now?"

He bent down and grazed her ear with his lips.

“Can I help you in the shower?

I remember seeing you help Elva bathe when we were still little. You called her a little doll. But I think you were a prettier doll. I should be the one helping you."

She looked up at him and said, “Leonel, you have some really kinky ideas!"

She wasn't comfortable with the thought of being assisted in the shower. She pushed him away and walked confidently towards the bathroom.