Leonel's heart skipped a beat.

Why now? Alexis’ words hung in the air, a demand for a divorce right this second.

Was his love for her invisible?

Olivia, seeing the disbelief on Leonel's face, couldn't hold back.

“When you were with that side chick, why didn't you ever pull back? And now you're acting like you're overflowing with affection?"

His gaze met Olivia's, and he saw a spark in her eyes that wasn't there before. She had grown bolder, no longer the timid soul once overshadowed by his presence.

He turned to Alexis, her stance resolute. "Now," she insisted.

Without another word, she strode toward the elevator, Olivia in her wake.

Left in a heavy silence, Anika spoke up, her voice a gentle probe.

"Your relationship, it's over, isn't it? Maybe it's time to-”

Leonel lifted his head, his eyes a fierce red, stopping her mid-sentence.

Time ticked by, and soon they sat in the courtroom, Alexis and Leonel, side by side yet worlds apart.

The mediator tried once more to bridge the gap.

Alexis cut through the silence. "We both agree to do this." Her voice was a steady stream.

The mediator cast a rueful glance at Leonel, a titan of Duefron, now just a man about to lose his wife to the whims of fate.

He sighed, a testament to the paradox of wealth and love.

Leonel's gaze lingered on Alexis. His heart was heavy with regret for the pain he'd caused. He hoped against hope she'd reconsider their union for the sake of old times and their children.

In full view of prying eyes, Leonel's voice faltered. “Alexis, what if we ventured out? Imagine us, exploring the world together for peace of mind."

A hush fell. Alexis looked down. "Is there any chance?" she whispered.

Pen in hand, she poised to sign.