Alexis truly cared for Leonel and had long harbored thoughts of marrying him. His proposal might have been abrupt, but she didn't hesitate to accept. She did, however, feel a bit caught off guard.

Leonel's smile broadened. “I've been stuck with you since kindergarten. Who's really at a disadvantage here?”

Alexis let out a playful snort. “But you're the one who left halfway through."

“I'm right here. Alexis, do you really need to bring up that old skeleton in my closet again?" Leonel asked with a hint of playfulness.

"Absolutely! I'll remember it for as long as I live," Alexis replied, her tone laced with mock seriousness.