Leonel watched her go with a smile on his face.

He wasn't really that kinky actually. Such thoughts were reserved solely for Alexis, and nobody else.

Just as he was about to light his smoke, Leonel received a text from Darwin. "Serenity is struggling. She's hurting herself to get attention. Stay away from her or find a way to deal with it!"

After a moment of reflection, Leonel texted back, "I'm not involved in this."

Darwin's laughter was tinged with disdain. “You really have no compassion!"

It was clear why Leonel's ventures were more successful than his. Men needed a little touch of heartlessness to achieve great things.

Serenity yearned for comfort and was informed by the nurse that neither Mr. Larson nor Mr. Douglas would visit her. Overwhelmed with emotion, she yanked out her IV and began hitting her belly wildly.

"This is all your doing! You're the reason for all my misery! Had you not existed, I wouldn't be this despicable and tossed around like a plaything! Why did you even come into my life? Are you here just to torment me?"

The nurses quickly intervened, “Miss Flores, this behavior could cause you to lose your baby."

“A miscarriage would be a relief! I never wanted this child anyway Serenity gasped for air, puzzled over how she had once been the center of attention, but now found herself shunned.

She wondered why everyone favored Alexis so much.

Alexis stepped out from the restroom and was dressed in a sleek black dress that highlighted her tall, slender frame. Her hair flowed effortlessly, adding to her charm.

Leonel casually leaned against the window and smoked.

He glanced over as he heard footsteps, and was taken aback for a moment.

Alexis seldom dressed in such a manner.

He felt uneasy taking her out while she dressed like that so he called her closer and gently touched her shoulder. “Put on something different."

She caught the scent of cigarette smoke on him, and playfully wrapped her arms around his neck.

“Don't be a grandpa!"

Leonel playfully swatted her. His voice sounded low as he teased, "Getting a bit naughty, aren't you?"

Their banter trailed off into a quiet moment.