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He included the restaurant’s location.

Realizing it had been some time since she’d seen her brother, Lindsey agreed.

After work, Lindsey arrived at the restaurant Leonel had mentioned.

She was escorted by a waiter to a secluded private room where Leonel was already seated, waiting for her.

Taking her seat across from Leonel, Lindsey noticed the spread of dishes before her and shyly inquired, “Did I keep you waiting?”

Leonel dismissed her concern with a shake of his head, assuring, “We’re family, you don’t need to worry about that.

”

His expression was gloomy, prompting Lindsey to sense an underlying message but she chose to remain silent.

Leonel continued, “As a family, you know Mom and I only want the best for you.

Linds, it’s important to follow our advice.

We’ve got the experience and mean no harm.

With Mom unwell and me as your elder brother, it’s essential that I take good care of you, and it is equally important that you value and heed my guidance.

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Feeling uneasy, Lindsey maintained a polite smile and asked, “Leonel, you seem troubled.

What’s going on?”

“Mom’s condition is dire.

She’s practically unresponsive, and you’re my primary concern.

Your well-being is the most important in our family, and you should know that.

”

Pausing to take a deep breath, Leonel locked eyes with Lindsey and said with emphasis, “Linds, listen to my advice.

End things with that man.

”

Leonel had been informed by Sumner about Domenic’s dating with another woman.

Sumner had passionately accused Domenic of infidelity and deceit.

After hearing that, Leonel flew off and he only suppressed his anger under the persuasion of Sumner.

After thinking for a night, Leonel decided to make it clear to Lindsey.

Determined to protect his sister, Leonel was resolved not to let her suffer at the hands of an asshole.

Lindsey felt a heavy weight in her chest, knowing this confrontation was about her relationship.

With a concerned expression, she asked, “Leonel, do you have to force me like this? I’ll be straight with you, I respect your input on most matters.

But when it comes to my heart, it’s my own to manage.

Please, stay out of it.

”

Leonel’s response was a scornful chuckle, followed by a_ stern declaration.

“It’s your own to manage? Mom and I disapprove of Domenic.

That means you can’t be with him.

”

Lindsey almost burst into laughter at his audacious attempt to dictate her feelings.

Taking a moment to compose herself, she responded with a heavy sigh, “Let’s end this conversation here.

I’m not leaving him.

He’s the one I love.

No one else but him.

Do you understand that?”

Leonel was visibly shaken by her declaration of love for the man he disdained.

“Listen, Lindsey, this isn’t a request.

I’m instructing you to end it with him immediately.

You hear me?” Leonel shouted harshly.

The pressure made Lindsey feel Like she was suffocating.

Leonel, noticing the shock on her face, realized he might have crossed a line.

Softening his tone, he attempted to reason with her, “Linds, you’re not thinking straight.

Can’t you see that?”

“See what?” Lindsey didn’t understand what he meant.