He had always looked up to his father since he was a little infant.

It was exactly because of this reason that he found it especially hard to accept the situation.

As for Leonel, seeing his son crying filled him with extreme sadness.

He knelt down and hugged him tightly despite the fact that Daniel resisted and was crying for him to let him go.

“I'm sorry, Daniel. I'm truly sorry, he apologized as he continued to hold the boy in his arms."

Daniel fought hard, swinging his small fists and hitting Leonel's shoulders and chest until he ran out of energy. Then he buried his face in Leonel'’s shoulder and sobbed bitterly. He was still young and couldn't understand the complexities of the adult world. He just couldn't fathom how their family had ended up Like this despite the fact that Leonel had loved Alexis so much.

Before making the decision to drive away, Leonel sat in his car and contemplated for a long time.

He knew he was no longer welcome in this place. Hence, he needed to leave as soon as possible.

But he also knew that after leaving, he wouldn't be able to get anywhere near this mansion anymore. Even if he wanted to see the children, he would need to make an appointment in advance. Leaving, this time, would really mean the end of his relationship with Alexis.

He just couldn't understand why the more he tried to hold on to his love for Alexis, the further he pushed her away.

Alexis had told him that there was no way he could force her to stay with him forever. Still, he had been confident that as long as he could keep her by his side, she would one day change her mind. But he never expected Alexis to show him in such a brutal manner how much she despised him and how much she didn't want to stay by his side.

Nevertheless, it was now all over.

Tears streamed down Leonel's face as he remembered the first time Alexis was sent to school by her parents when she was very little.

He had carried her backpack for her while she happily skipped ahead.

Under the bright sunlight, she looked incredibly beautiful that day.

Her chestnut curls swayed in the air as she jumped around playfully.

He had been privileged to witness every stage of her growth and they had grown up to be very happy together.

Leonel turned to look at the villa for the last time. He could see the light in Alexis’ room, but he knew that he would no Longer be able to step into that room ever again.

The next day, Leonel sent a document to Alexis relinquishing custody of the three children.

Noreen was the one who personally delivered the document to Alexis.