Their relationship was already strained back then, and that night, under the influence, she had succumbed to him. Over the next month, Leonel had used alcohol to coax her into intimacy repeatedly.

But could such moments of drunken sex truly salvage a failing marriage?

The thought left Alexis feeling hollow.

As these memories resurfaced, a flush of embarrassment colored her cheeks, adding a softness to her usual formidable presence.

At work, she was strong and commanding.

Yet, Leonel reminisced about how tender she was with him, how she seemed to love his embrace, calling out his name softly, like a plea, during their intimate moments.

Leonel fixed his gaze on her.

"I won't let you forget," he murmured. "I'll make you remember each moment."

After a moment, Alexis managed a weak smile.

"I'd rather forget it all," she said softly. "The good and the bad. I wish I could reset my memories, so I wouldn't have to feel this pain."

It was the first time she had openly acknowledged her pain to him.

Leonel's expression tightened, his voice a low rumble. "Alexis, do I still cause you pain now?"

Alexis wasn't sure if Leonel was still causing her pain.

What she did know was that Leonel was sincere about starting anew and that there would be no more women like Anika in his life. Yet, she also knew a reconciliation was impossible; the vivid images of Leonel's betrayal were etched too deeply in her mind.

Before she could voice her thoughts, a servant emerged from the master bedroom.

Upon spotting Leonel and Alexis in the corridor in a compromising position, the servant blushed but promptly greeted them. "Sir, the crib is ready! Please check it to ensure it's placed correctly."

Leonel, accustomed to such interruptions, responded nonchalantly, "I see."

The servant, realizing she had walked in on a private moment, quickly added, "I'll head downstairs then."

She then quickly left.

Despite the interruption, Leonel maintained his hold. Frustrated, Alexis pushed against him, “Let go of me. Other servants might see us too."