Chapter 3689
Alexis tensed.
As Leonel ki*sed her, a painful memory surfaced-Leonel with Anika, his hands eagerly exploring, their breaths
heavy with desire.
The weight of that image pressed down on Alexis like a heavy blow, stealing her breath.
Yet, she did not push him away.
They stood close, their breathing intense.
Eventually, Alexis gently pushed him at the waist.
“That's enough.
Leonel struggled to compose himself.
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He rested his forehead against hers, looking into her eyes intensely, though she could hardly bear to meet his
gaze.
She murmured, “I want to sleep.
“Ill join you for a bit.
After | take the tray down, I'll cback to keep you company,” Leonel replied.
“You're not eating?”
“I'm not hungry now.
I'll eat later, and then I'll bring Evelyn and Daniel over.
Before heading downstairs, Leonel ki*sed her cheek once more.
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Alexis lay down on the bed, feeling nauseous.
She understood the reason but chose to ignore it.
She lay in silence until she felt the bed dip beside her.
Leonel kept his clothes on but removed his belt, cautious that the belt buckle would make her uncomfortable.
“If this buckle were to press against you for two hours, it would probably leave a mark on your tender skin,” he
whispered near her ear.
Alexis remained silent.
Alexis lay on her side, her gaze fixed on the crib where the baby slept soundly, perhaps sated from feeding.
Deep down, she longed to be closer to the child, but she resisted displaying too much affection in Leonel’s
presence.
However, Leonel seemed to read her mind.
He ki*sed the back of her neck and murmured softly, “Shall | bring the baby to you?”
She declined gently.
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“She's sleeping.
Let's wait until she wakes.
Leonel did not press further.
Instead, he opened his arms, inviting Alexis to rest against hima rarity even during the peaks of their past
passion.
Alexis found his approach somewhat contrived.
At this age, still the sentimental type.
“What are you thinking? I'm here to keep you warm,” Leonel coaxed, noticing her hesitation.
He then drew her close with care, ensuring he was gentle.
His chin rested on the top of her head as he reassured her in a deep, soothing voice, “You've just had our baby.
| wouldn't think of anything else.
He was indeed warm.