Leonel's Adam's apple bobbed.

After a brief pause, he released her and initiated the car. The journey back proceeded at a leisurely pace.

With Evelyn asleep, Leonel played calming melodies.

Upon reaching the villa, Leonel enveloped Evelyn in a_ blanket, lifting her from the car. Meanwhile, Alexis led Ollie with a leash.

Alexis trailed behind, observing Leonel ahead. She concluded that this was it.

The life they had now was actually quite nice, wasn't it?

Entrusting Ollie to a servant, Alexis ascended the stairs. Evelyn had yet to take her medicine.

Evelyn lay in a profound slumber, and Leonel hesitated to disturb her.

Gazing at her peaceful face, he inquired of Alexis, "Would it be alright if she skipped the medicine tonight?"

Alexis remained silent.

Perched on the bedside, Alexis tenderly caressed Evelyn's warm visage, coaxing her gently awake.

In the subdued lighting, Evelyn stirred.

Frowning, she uttered, “Mom, I don't want to take medicine."

Alexis scooped Evelyn into her arms, cradling her tenderly.

Providing solace to Evelyn, Alexis dispensed pills from the medicine bottle onto the bedside table. Hastily, she fetched warm water.

Despite Evelyn's aversion to the bitter taste, she obediently consumed the medicine, furrowing her brow. Post-ingestion, she nestled in Alexis’ arms, whispering "Mommy" in a hushed tone.

Alexis continued to cradle Evelyn.

After an extended period, Evelyn lay motionless. Leonel assumed she had drifted off and contemplated carrying her to tuck her in.

Abruptly, Evelyn burst into tears, murmuring softly, “Mommy, am I going to die?"

Alexis lowered her head, planting a tender kiss on Evelyn's forehead.