Following a brief laugh, Alexis shifted to business matters. “Oh, speaking of which, Calvin has been well taken care of abroad. He’s returning.”
Leonel exhibited possessiveness and jealousy.
Observing his expression, Alexis reassured in a hushed tone, “Don’t be jealous. Calvin is aware of my pregnancy, and that we’re planning to get married. He actually brought back our wedding gifts from abroad.”
Leonel playfully pinched Alexis’ nose and quipped, “I’ll consider him as the son we’ve never had.”
Alexis chuckled with a hint of irritation. “Come on! Calvin is more like a brother to me. Did you even hear yourself? He’s only a few years younger than you. Leonel, why do you resemble my dad in this shameless manner now?”
Leonel affectionately patted her head and grinned.
Just as he was about to speak, his phone buzzed-a call from Darwin.
Leonel picked up the call, and a subtle shift in his expression followed.
After a prolonged conversation, he ended the call and somberly informed Alexis, “Darwin’s mother has passed away.”
Alexis was taken aback. She heard about the surgery from Leonel. But didn’t it go smoothly? Why this sudden demise?
Leonel murmured, “The Larson couple introduced a girl to Darwin.
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Serenity rushed over, causing a commotion that angered Darwin’s mother once more. She was taken to the hospital and, unfortunately, passed away later.”
Alexis was left in shock.
After a pause, she spoke up in hushed tones. “Serenity may not love Darwin, but having been married to him, she considers him her possession. She won’t tolerate anyone trying to take what she deems hers.”
The weight of the situation was overwhelming.
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Leonel nodded, contemplating whether he should attend Diana’s funeral in person or delegate the task to his secretary.
Ultimately, he chose to have his secretary make the trip, as he wished to avoid the presence of Serenity, which might evoke strong negative emotions.
Despite his absence, members of both the Fowler and Larson families, including Waylen, Rena, Marcus, and Elva, attended Diana’s funeral as friends.
A week elapsed, and Alexis encountered Darwin.
In this brief span, Darwin appeared as if a layer of skin had been peeled away, rendering him gaunt.
His eyes were shrouded in gloom.
Empathy compelled Alexis not to overlook Darwin, especially considering his recent loss.
Darwin extended an invitation for coffee, and Alexis accepted.
In the cafe, even the waiter maintained a distance from Darwin while taking their orders, given his somber demeanor.