Despite their past misunderstandings and her three-year absence, did she not acknowledge him as Evelyn’s father?
Yet, with Evelyn present, a confrontation was out of the question. He managed a gentle tone. “The car’s outside. Let’s go.”
Alexis didn’t budge, just lightly held Evelyn.
Leonel walked ahead, but realizing they weren’t following, turned back.
Alexis faced him, her voice soft yet firm. “I’m not coming with you.”
Leonel’s lips tightened, a hint of age in his stern expression.
Indifferent, Alexis continued, “Leonel, there’s no need. What we had is over.”
Leonel fought to keep his emotions in check. “Do you understand what you’re saying, Alexis?”
Alexis, mindful of Evelyn’s presence, was hesitant to engage further.
Just then, a slender figure approached. “Why the delay? The driver’s waiting,” he inquired gently.
That was when he noticed the presence of another man.
Upon seeing Leonel, Calvin was momentarily surprised before his face lit up with recognition.
“Mr. Douglas,” he greeted, his demeanor calm as if meeting an old friend after a long time. The interaction seemed ordinary, but for Leonel, it was a shock.
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Had Calvin been with Alexis all this time?
During the three years Leonel searched for her, had Calvin taken his place in Alexis’ life?
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Leonel tried not to dwell on these thoughts. However, watching Calvin effortlessly lift Evelyn onto his shoulder, where she Lay contentedly, stirred something in him.
Calvin’s affectionate kiss on Evelyn’s head elicited a giggle from her.
Leonel’s eyes widened, his gaze fixed on Alexis. “You and him…”
Calvin remained silent.
Alexis spoke up, her voice clear. “I’ve been with him for the past three years.”
Leonel staggered back, bumping into the washbasin.
Pain shot through him, but it was his forced, pained smile that seemed more unbearable. “I don’t believe it. Alexis, don’t you love me? How could you be with him?”
Alexis asked Calvin to leave with Evelyn first.
The little girl looked back, her face filled with confusion.