Tears brimmed in Alexis’ eyes.

She pushed down her emotions, whispering, “Leonel, I'm relieved you're okay."

Silence lingered for a moment before a soft chuckle broke through.

In a voice tinged with both hoarseness and composure, Leonel proposed, "Alexis, it's time we both begin anew! I've come to realize that it's not worth it for us to continue like this. Let's treat each other like family and raise our children together in the future."

Alexis felt a lump form in her throat.