A chill ran down Alexis' spine. She pondered how Leonel would exact punishment.

Alexis inquired softly, "This place actually belongs to you, correct? Leonel, you're quite the performer."

Despite being exposed, Leonel felt no embarrassment whatsoever.

He tucked his hands into his pockets, surveying the estate before remarking softly, "I wanted to bring happiness to you and Evelyn, but now I suppose you won't be interested in the surprise I had planned."

Alexis composed herself and asked, "What are your intentions?"

Leonel fixed his gaze on her, abruptly bending down to lift her out of the car. He opened the rear door and placed her inside. "Mrs. Douglas, are you certain you wish to discuss this matter in the presence of the child?"

Alexis understood that Leonel wouldn't be lenient with her tonight.

She avoided showing weakness. Once back in the car, she tenderly caressed Evelyn's head.

Evelyn clung to her tightly, tears welling in her eyes.

Leonel looked at them for a while, clenched his jaw and then shut the car door firmly.

He assumed the wheel himself, flanked by several escort cars, ensuring Alexis had no means of escape.

They arrived back at the villa they had lived in before. The car slowly stopped, and Leonel unfastened his seatbelt before stepping out. He opened the door and gently lifted Evelyn from the car, passing her into the care of the maid waiting there. He comforted her, saying, “Go play in your room for a while. I'll join you soon."

Evelyn clutched his hand tightly.

Leonel gave Evelyn's hand a pat and instructed the maid, “Take her upstairs."

Sensing his foul mood, the maid hastened to convey Evelyn to her room upstairs. Leonel watched his daughter leave before averting his gaze.

He refrained from taking immediate action against Alexis.

Instead, he stood outside the car, removing his suit jacket and stretching his neck.

He lit a cigarette and smoked it slowly. Upon finishing, he observed Alexis, noting her nervous demeanor under the moonlight.

With a faint smile, Leonel remarked, “I initially planned to allow you time to adapt, but I believe it's no longer necessary. From today onward, we shall resume our marriage."

Alexis was taken aback by his statement. "Resume our marriage?"