Leonel had his suspicions.

If Alexis’ return was a compromise, it was just that. In harsher terms, she was merely settling.

Leonel tightened his embrace, holding Alexis close. She had been silent for a while when suddenly, he spoke in a raspy voice. “I'm so sorry, Alexis."

Alexis remained quiet.

In that moment, Leonel yearned to ask her another question.