She turned, briefly continuing her phone conversation before ending the call.

Leonel stepped out of his car, eyeing her broken vehicle. “Car trouble? Need a ride home?"

Alexis responded without hesitation, her tone even, "Someone from the service center will be here soon."

Leonel simply nodded.

Leonel appeared ready to leave, yet he paused, a hesitation in his posture. “About last night..." he began tentatively.