Female NovelChapter 2697 Leonel gently rolled down her pantyhose to reveal a bruised knee, his heart aching with sympathy.
“Shall I put some medicine on it?” he suggested softly.
Evelyn sobbed in response, her features reminding Leonel strikingly of a young Alexis. “You're just as sensitive to pain as your mother,” he whispered.
With Evelyn clinging to his neck and Ollie in his other hand, Leonel returned home.
His villa was unusually quiet, void of any servants.
He settled Evelyn on the sofa before retrieving a first aid kit, squatting down to tend to her wound.
“Does it hurt?” he asked gently.Contents belong to NovelDrama.Org
Evelyn, looking up at him, shook her head. “It doesn't hurt anymore, Mr. Douglas. Your eyes are red,” she said, reaching out to touch his face.
Leonel, touched by her concern, carried her upstairs. Recently, he had instructed his secretary to purchase a variety of children’s clothes and pajamas.
Considering her injured leg, he chose a comfortable pair of pants and a blouse to dress her in, ensuring that she was comfortable.
The clothes were soft and snug. In a quiet voice, Evelyn asked, “Why are you so nice to me?” Leonel, while helping her with her shoes, paused briefly. “Because I care about you." Evelyn's affection for Leonel was evident, especially since he had given her the puppy. She clung to it, reluctant to leave.
Lost in thought, Leonel carried her downstairs, his mind set on cooking for her.
His culinary skills were impressive; the dishes he prepared were both delicious and visually appealing. Evelyn devoured a large portion of smashed potato with cheese and eagerly requested more.
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“That's enough for now,” Leonel advised, gently patting her full belly and shoulder, his emotions complex.
Previously, Evelyn had been more of an extension of his love for Alexis.
His affection for her was intertwined with his feelings for Alexis.
However, learning of Evelyn's illness and her daily struggles had shifted his perspective.
He was her father and felt a newfound desire to care for her himself, not just as part of his love for Alexis.
After a day of play at his place, Evelyn dozed off. He removed her shoes and tucked her into the soft bed, sitting silently by her side for a long while.
The responsibility of caring for her was delicate, he reflected.
Had Calvin assumed such a role before?