NovelBarChapter 2362 “You still have feelings for him, don’t you?" Alexis didn't respond, simply finding solace in her father’s presence.
After a while, Waylen, trying to lighten the mood, pinched her cheek playfully.
“How about | find him a wife and move them out of the villa? That way, you won't be bothered by him anymore.” Even though she knew he was joking, Alexis couldn't help but smile and agree.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtThen, leaning against her father a bit more, she found comfort in his embrace.
Waylen patted her gently.
“Finish your milk and go sleep with your mom. She was worried when she heard the noise earlier.” Alexis nodded in agreement.
After a moment, Waylen cleared his throat slightly, adding a piece of fatherly advice.
“And remember, no matter what happens, don't bring a child into this if you're not planning to stay together. What would we do with the child?” Alexis, ever the resilient one, quickly regained her composure.
“Didn't you always think | was impractical? Having a baby would be just the thing to make you a grandfather,” she teased Waylen.
Waylen looked like he wanted to playfully swat at her for the comment.
After finishing her milk, Alexis casually put down the cup, borrowed her dad's slippers, and went to sleep in his bed with his wife.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmAs for Waylen, he could handle going barefoot and finding himself a place for the night.
The next morning, Alexis rose early, partly to avoid encountering Leonel.
To her surprise, she found him already in the dining room, dressed impeccably as if to impress someone.
Undaunted, she sat across from him and silently signaled the servant to prepare breakfast. While waiting, Leonel remarked, “You didn’t used to like Western-style breakfasts.” With a hint of defiance, Alexis retorted, “Well, not only do | enjoy Western-style now, I've also developed a taste for fast food.” She was not one to be outdone in a verbal exchange.
Leonel, opting not to escalate the banter, just observed her quietly.
Alexis, sipping her coffee, caught his gaze and challenged, “What're you looking at?” Leonel, unfazed and with a slight smile, replied gently, “When will you stop being so headstrong? Sometimes you can actually be quite agreeable.”
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