Approaching, Leonel mirrored her posture, tenderly running his fingers through her hair. “It's late, and you haven't headed home.

The other kids have already left."

Casting a sidelong glance at him, Alexis sniffed, cautioning, "Don't attempt this."

Assisting her to rise, Leonel inquired, "Feeling hungry? Shall we dine out or head home?"

Opting for an outdoor conversation amidst the crowd for better restraint, Alexis considered the multitude as a buffer.