Quietly observing her, Leonel caught a glimpse of Alexis’s profile.
She possessed Rena’s beauty but also bore some resemblance to Waylen, an exquisite blend. Her shirt clung slightly due to her posture, accentuating her mature curves.
Leonel’s throat bobbed slightly.
He picked up his phone and casually scrolled through it, suggesting, “Let’s go grab something to eat.”
With her eyes closed, Alexis replied, “At this hour? What’s open?”
She slowly opened her eyes and offered a soft smile.
“Leonel, how about a change? Let’s go to a bar.”
She leaned closer to him, her voice gentle.
“You haven’t brought any flings back this time. How have you been coping?”
Leonel looked down at her.
He understood she was purposefully diverting any thoughts he might have. He wasn’t even certain of his own feelings. Since returning, he had simply felt a desire to spend some quality time with her.
They might not end up together, but he cared for Alexis more than any other woman.
He chose not to respond, and Alexis chuckled, settling back in her seat.
“Then let’s head home!”
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Suddenly, Leonel suggested, “Let’s go to the bar!”
Alexis turned her head to him, her smile faint but resolute. She wasn’t afraid of the challenge. So be it!
She guided Leonel to a bar she frequented where the bartender recognized her.
He promptly handed her a cocktail.
Flipping her hair lightly, Alexis said, “Give this handsome guy a drink too.”
The bartender glanced at Leonel.
He found him affluent and good-looking, potentially within Miss Fowler’s social circle.
He prepared the most Luxurious drink for him.
Although Leonel attempted to pay, Alexis declined, insisting, “It’s on me! I can afford a cocktail.”
Leonel quietly observed her.