EuropeNovelChapter 3690
Alexis allowed herself a moment of reassurance before she closed her eyes.
Initially tense, she gradually relaxed into the curve of his shoulder as fatigue set in.
Leonel watched her peaceful expression; it lacked the youthful glow of earlier years but was still undeniably
beautiful.
He couldn't resist tracing his fingers softly across her face.
Tpassed quietly, and he leaned in, pressing his cheek to hers, a sensation of rediscovery washing over him.
This moment, he knew, would imprint on his memory forever.
When Alexis awoke later that afternoon, the bed beside her was empty.
Sounds of laughter and conversation drifted up from downstairs, the children’s voices mingling with Leonel’s.
Alexis abruptly sat up, her gaze drawn to the window where the fading sunset marked the onset of night.
How long had she been asleep?
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At that moment, the door creaked open and Leonel entered.
Their eyes met, Alexis still groggy from her nap.
Leonel approached the crib to check on the baby.
“It's almost seven,” he murmured.
“You were still asleep, so | went to pick up Evelyn and Daniel myself.
Alexis merely nodded.
Leonel, noticing her silence, offered a small smile.
“I've already eaten.
The air between them felt awkward.
Alexis brushed back her long brown hair and swung her legs off the bed.
“I'll freshen up, then let's head down for dinner.
But Leonel interjected, “Stay here.
It's raining, and the downstairs feels damp.
After a pause, Alexis agreed.
However, the baby’s room wasn’t ideal for long stays for the three of them.
Eventually, Leonel had the servants move the crib into their main bedroom.
After they left, Leonel scooped Alexis into his arms unexpectedly.
“What are you doing?” she protested, tugging at his shirt.
“Putdown.
Leonel held her gaze.
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Finally, he spoke.
“After Daniel was born, | carried you everywhere, even to the bathroom.
Years have passed, but you're still as light as a feather.
She frowned.
“Putdown.
It’s not right for the kids to see us like this.
“Is it the kids you're worried about, or is it me?” he pressed, his grip firm.
She clenched his cuff link, her voice hesitant.
“I'm not used to this anymore.
Leonel, | know we have an agreement, but this is too fast.
They had been separated for nearly a year.
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