Roughly 5@ days post-delivery, Leonel headed to the company as usual.

Before departing in the morning, he informed Alexis of his return by around six and arranged for the driver to fetch Evelyn and Daniel.

Work progressed smoothly though, prompting Leonel to return home earlier than expected.

Bearing a pack of diapers tailored for Cordelia's needs—-her only allergy-free option-and a bouquet of champagne roses, he entered the house quietly.

Slipping into slippers, he tiptoed through the house, assuming Alexis was asleep.