Alexander and Alicia's eyes met but it was Just for a second.
Then Alicia lowered her gaze, forcing a shy expression onto her face.
But the helplessness in her eyes couldn't be hidden.
Her thoughts drifted back to that conversation—
To what Alexander had said about divorce… even if there was a child.
A faint bitterness rose in her chest.
She didn't understand what he was thinking.
But one thing, she felt certain of—
In his eyes, she was never the one.
Not the one worthy of carrying his child.
Not the one he would choose to build a future with.
That place…
Had always belonged to Lilian.
"Alright, you're going to be late," Aunt Rose said, breaking the tension.
They exchanged their goodbyes.
Nadia got into the car, waving as the vehicle pulled away.
Alicia stood there, watching until it disappeared from sight.
Only then did she turn and walk back inside with the others.
"Uncle, are you planning to stay here for long?" Alexander asked.
