Putting away the dirty laundry, Alexis rinsed her hands. When she returned to the bedroom, Leonel had put Evelyn to sleep. Turning to her, he murmured, "I promised Evelyn I'd drop her off at school in the morning. Then, I'll drive you to work."

Alexis simply nodded.

She climbed into bed, lying beside Leonel. He was about to make a move, enticed by her scent...

Glancing at him, Alexis asked softly, “Did James arrange some company for you tonight?"

Her words caught Leonel off guard.