Marcus glanced at Leonel and proposed, "Since dad is still asleep, how about a few rounds of chess with me?"

Leonel grinned, teasing, “Try not to shed tears if you lose."

Marcus snickered, retorting, "Do you think I'm still eight?"

The two men remained focused on their game of chess, with Edwin occasionally casting a glance in the direction of the bathroom.

Just then, Alexis came downstairs.