She led a secluded life, venturing out solely for prenatal checkups.

Her assistant would relay ultrasound reports to Leonel, who would, in turn, send Alexis text messages without fail upon receiving them.

Alexis remained silent. She valued her peaceful life and preferred not to be disturbed. Regular prenatal check-ups and therapy sessions were part of her routine. Ever since her return from Merblune, she had been regularly seeing a therapist.

Her birthday fell in June.

Although Waylen had intended to throw Alexis a grand birthday party, she declined the offer. Caressing her swollen abdomen, she expressed, “How could I possibly don a dress? Dad, I'd rather not witness a beauty pageant while I'm huge!"

Waylen nodded in agreement. “You're right."

Nevertheless, in a bid to lift her spirits, the Fowler family arranged a getaway at a resort. Elva and Olivia planned the trip, taking care of everything, adept at bringing joy to Alexis, a task they executed commendably.

Alexis indulged in a light cocktail with a low alcohol content.

When she returned to the hotel room, a sense of comfort and relaxation washed over her. Reflecting on the past, she realized that she had been tense for the past few years and hadn't experienced such happiness in a long time.

Olivia accompanied Alexis to the door, her playful demeanor evident as she tilted her head. "Elva and I are just next door. Don't hesitate to call if you need anything."

Accepting the gesture, Alexis nodded in gratitude.

Olivia approached Alexis and enveloped her in a warm hug. Gently placing a hand on Alexis' belly, Olivia cooed, “Little one, you're also doing so well."

Alexis couldn't help but find Olivia's gesture cute.

She remembered how Olivia, as a child, always trailed behind her and Edwin. Now, in the blink of an eye, Olivia had blossomed into a beautiful young woman.

With a tender stroke of Olivia's hair, Alexis spoke softly. "I'll introduce you to someone one day."

Upon hearing this, Olivia sensed that Alexis intended to set her up with someone.

Quick to intervene, Olivia stopped Alexis and said, "I'm still young. I want to enjoy life for a couple more years."

Patting Olivia's head affectionately, Alexis teased, "You still want to play the field at your age?"

But Alexis had always held a special fondness for her juniors, so she didn't say much and simply turned into the room.

The door was closed in front of Olivia.