The scene was a mix of submission and triumph; one lowered his stance as the other stood proud.

Alexis watched the interaction with a hint of envy. As they headed back to the car, she remarked, "Mark and Cecilia are really close."

After speaking, she covered her mouth, her face turning pale.

Leonel, concerned, asked urgently, “Are you sure it's just from the run? Should we go to the hospital?"

Resting against the back of her seat, Alexis felt some discomfort.