Mark embraced his beloved little girl, ready to set things straight.
Through the rearview mirror, he glimpsed the heart of the problem.
With a soothing voice, Mark said, “If he’s not the right one for you, we’ll find someone better. There’s no reason to be upset, right?”
Alexis, battling a storm of emotions, answered, “He’s irreplaceable to me!
It seems I’m destined to be single!”
Mark couldn’t help but laugh at her melodramatic statement. “That’s a ridiculous thought!”
Joining in the light-hearted moment, the driver added with a chuckle, “Miss Fowler, with your beauty, you have countless admirers. In Czanch alone, suitors would indeed line up at your door!”
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As they drew closer to Evans Gardon, a taxi stopped at the entrance.
Leonel emerged from the vehicle.
With feigned ignorance, Mark commented, “Look at this boy, showing up uninvited as if he owns the place. I certainly didn’t summon him!”
At that moment, Cecilia made her appearance, tasked with welcoming their particular guest.
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She noticed Leonel’s tall, slender form and greeted him with a gentle smile.
“I’m the one who invited him. He’s traveled quite a distance. Let’s offer him a meal.”
Cecilia then took Leonel’s luggage, her expression revealing a mixture of emotions as she noted his worn look. Leonel greeted her respectfully, “Mrs.
Evans!”
Cecilia, with a blend of sternness and warmth, replied, “Still got some manners, I see. Then I must scold you. How could you let things escalate with Alexis? Waylen did the right thing if you ask me.”
At her words, Leonel’s eyes instinctively searched for Alexis, revealing a complex mix of feelings.
Alexis didn’t say a word.
She entered Evans Gardon with Mark coming along behind her. He softly touched Leonel’s shoulder and offered him words of comfort, “Young man, heartbreak is a normal part of life.”
Leonel looked down and remained silent.
Mark noticed something different in Leonel’s demeanor.
His silence felt unusually deep.
Cecilia brought Leonel to a spare guest room. He expressed his gratitude softly, “Thank you, Mrs. Evans.”
“Why are you thanking me?”