“Alexis, I don't need much. I just want to take care of you during the next two months. Let's give being a real couple a shot during that time. If it still doesn't work out..."

He trailed off. "Then I'll let you go."

Alexis' rosy lips paled.

She understood his meaning but had no time to dwell. She agreed.

But Leonel wanted more. Verbal promises weren't enough.