Hester found herself in a challenging situation due to Olivia's actions.

Her gaze shifted toward Leonel.

With a sigh, Leonel motioned for her to leave before turning his attention to Olivia. “Enough with the tantrums," he scolded. "If you upsets her, I'll have to clean up your mess Later."

Olivia was completely baffled. Gazing up at Leonel, Olivia questioned, "You're worried about her feelings, but what about Alexis'? Can you simply ignore hers, Leonel? I can't fathom how you can move on from the past and accept a stranger as your wife, replacing Alexis."

Leonel regarded her in silence.

After a brief pause, he spoke up softly. "Then what would you suggest? Should I remind her that my leg is crippled because of her, hoping she'd feel guilty and return to care for me for the rest of her life, witnessing my disabled state? Olivia, do you believe such a marriage could be fulfilling? We haven't resolved our past issues, and now we're confronted with a bunch of new ones. Do you really think we can go back to how things once were just because I lost a leg for her?"

Prior to the car accident, despite Leonel's decision to move on, a faint hope lingered within his heart.

He hoped that they could reconcile one day.

Yet, when he lay on the operating table, witnessing his mangled leg, that hope was utterly crushed.

Tears welled up in Leonel's eyes as he spoke.

Seeing this, Olivia felt her stubbornness melt away instantly. She reached for his arm, reminiscent of their childhood, and softly called out, "Leonel."

Recognizing her newfound calmness, Leonel took a step back and settled onto the couch.

“Let's return home together later and have dinner," he suggested.

Olivia nodded in agreement but couldn't resist asking, "Is that woman truly your girlfriend? She doesn't appear to be to me."

Leonel responded flatly, “You shouldn't concern yourself with adult matters."

Olivia made a face at him.

Shortly after, Edwin called Olivia, asking about her whereabouts and informing her that Laura wished for her presence at home for dinner.

Learning that Laura had prepared a lavish dinner, Olivia's inclination to go to his brother's place surged. Yet, recalling her obligation and Leonel's wish to dine at the Fowler's, she reasoned that it had been a while since Leonel had the opportunity to spend time formally with his family, and she was determined to help him.

Upon hearing Olivia's words, Edwin promptly altered the plan, advising Laura, “Forget about cooking. We'll dine together at the Uncle Wayten's."

Laura was clueless about the situation.