After lunch, Edwin and Leonel retreated to the study.

It was clear this wasn't just a casual get-together. They had business to discuss.

While the men talked shop, Alexis and Laura lounged on the sofa, engrossed in a movie.

They were watching "History of the Demise of Romantics," an old movie directed by Antony Stewart. In one erotic scene, the heroine sat in the hero's lap, which made Laura blush.

Alexis seemed really into the movie.

She glanced at Laura and teased, “Haven't you and Edwin ever done anything Like that?"

"No," Laura replied, her voice barely above a whisper. She was clearly not telling the truth.

Alexis just smiled and let it slide.

Right then, Leonel and Edwin emerged from the study. Edwin raised an eyebrow at the movie scene. "You are watching this."

Alexis casually turned off the film.

Laura looked away, embarrassed.

Edwin, not wanting to tease his girl further in front of others, waited until they were in the car to speak up. Casually buckling his seatbelt, he asked, "Did that movie scene excite you?"

Laura whispered, "It was intense."

Edwin chuckled and gently lifted her chin. "We haven't been intimate in nearly two months. Don't you miss it?"

Laura turned beet red, struggling to find her words.

Finally, she said, "The doctor advised against it during my pregnancy."

Edwin gently touched Laura's face, his voice hoarse. "I talked to the doctor. He said you'll be okay as long as I'm careful during your first trimester."

Laura bit her lip, looking puzzled. “Why did you ask the doctor about that?"

Edwin didn't answer. He just gazed at Laura, causing her to feel shy and look away.

He smiled faintly and started the car.