A Second Chance With My Billionaire Love

Chapter 2351 His body trembled, and his teeth gritted as pain displayed on his pale face.

Caught off guard, Alexis quickly found a small medicine bottle from his pocket. She deftly poured out a pill and attempted to feed it to him.

But Calvin's clenched teeth barred the way.

Turning to Leonel, who was close by, she called out, “Come help!” Momentarily taken aback, Leonel hurried over. He carefully laid Calvin down and pried open his clenched jaw, allowing Alexis to administer the pill.

Calvin's chest rose and fell with great effort.

Turning his head, his eyes met Alexis’ with a fragile and pleading Look.

It was a look Leonel knew all too well, one he had once directed at Alexis, seeing her as his entire world.

On those sleepless nights, she would cradle him, whispering, “Don’t be afraid, Leonel!” But now, her comforting embrace was reserved for another.

ANGELA'sLIBRARY Despite the intimacy they had shared just the night before and the breathless moments of passion, Leonel knew his place in her heart had shifted.

She cradled Calvin now, her calls filled with concern solely for him.

It was reminiscent of how she had once cared for him.

“His parents took their own lives right in front of him when he was just 20,” Alexis said softly, her fingers gently tracing Calvin's face.

“That same year, he was diagnosed with heart disease.” Her voice lowered, filled with emotion.

“Leonel, you've emerged from your dark times. But for Calvin, I'm all he's got. Even if the entire world turns its back on him, I won't” Leonel felt a pang in his heart, a sensation he hadn't felt in a long time.

Despite his robust health, Alexis’ words somehow managed to cause him pain.

As she gazed down at Calvin, Leonel noticed a flicker of tenderness in her eyes, a tenderness that was once reserved solely for him. ALL her patience and affection had once been his and his alone.

In a soft tone, he asked, “Do you love him?" Alexis’ response was straightforward.

“Calvin means a great deal to me." Leonel slowly rose from the bed, his voice barely above a whisper.

Chapter 2352 “Have you slept with him?” Alexis remained silent.

The truth was, they hadn't. To her, Calvin was more than just someone she cared for. She needed him in a way that was different from his need for her.

Their relationship was unusual, not defined by typical norms.

She harbored hopes of Calvin leading a normal life, wishing he would marry and have children. She thought at least one of them deserved happiness.

Her voice was gentle yet firm as she suggested, “You should leave.” Leonel’s gaze shifted between her and Calvin, who was now sleeping peacefully on her bed. After a long, strained silence, he managed to utter, “You're just going to let him sleep in your bed?” Calvin, nestled against Alexis's arm, was oblivious to the world.

Alexis carefully covered him with a quilt, ensuring he was comfortable.

She then changed into her Loungewear and freshened up. In the kitchen, she started making something simple and light, a task she wasn't particularly skilled at but could manage. As the pot simmered, she made a discreet phone call to Calvin's agent.

“He's asleep at my place. Cancel all his appointments for today. Yes, I'l Look after him.” Tossing her phone onto the sofa, she felt a sense of finality.

Leonel, still lingering in the room, knew it was time for him to leave. He realized he couldn't compete with someone who needed Alexis’ care, someone who held a more significant place in her heart than he ever did.

Calvin was special to her, while he had become nothing more than a means to satisfy fleeting desires.

As he stepped out and closed the door behind him, a bitter chuckle escaped his Lips.

The love he had once easily forsaken now seemed as unattainable as the stars in the sky.

Alexis hadn't been playing hard-to-get or toyed with his emotions.

She had genuinely moved on. The tender bond they once shared had dissipated, leaving nothing but clarity in its wake.

Returning to his villa, Leonel was drawn by an impulse to a particular bedroom.

It was Alexis’ childhood room, adorned in pink like a fairytale princess’ chamber.

The white bed was familiar, with two pillows-one that had been hers, and one his.

Sitting down slowly, he ran his fingers over the bedsheet, Lost in memories of days long gone.

Having just returned from overseas, Marcus appeared at the door.

He took in the scene-Leonel in Alexis’ old room. Edwin had shared some details about Leonel and Alexis with him, but Marcus knew even more than Edwin.

Chapter 2353 With a calm demeanor, he loosened his tie and stepped inside, closing the door behind him for privacy.

“What's wrong? Having second thoughts?” Leonel’s gaze lifted to meet his.

Marcus bore a striking resemblance to Rena in his youth, but as he matured, his features echoed those of Waylen.

With his long legs crossed, Marcus didn't mince words.

“Do you know the real reason why my sister didn't take you back?” he asked bluntly.

Leonel obviously didn't.

Untying his tie with a certain casualness, he continued, “You found it so easy to walk away, to utter ‘let’s break up’ without a second thought. But, Leonel, you're not the only one who had childhood traumas. My sisters life has been anything but easy. She was born with a blood clotting disorder and spent her first two years in a lab, fighting for her life. And she had autism. Each aspect of her life is as struggling as yours, if mot more. When you decided to walk away, my parents were disappointed, but they said nothing. They saw you as a son, but you let Alexis down.” Marcus took a deep breath and pressed on, “Yes, we know feelings can't be forced. But do you know Alexis isolated herself for two years after you left? She didn't seek you out or demand explanations.

She healed in silence and gradually erased you from her life; because you chose to leave. She never returned to this room after that letter from you. Her belongings remained untouched. You see, among us three siblings, it might seem Elva is everyone's favorite, but the truth is Alexis has always been the most cherished in my father’s eyes. She is the embodiment of my parents’ love, while Elva and I are merely the products of their marriage. Do you get it? Do you understand anything at all? No! You fucking don't!” Marcus’ thoughts were heavy with indignation. Why should their family’s treasured princess have to endure such treatment? Why did Leonel think he could just return after his escapades and be accepted? Why should Alexis open her heart to him again, when there were countless better men longing for her attention? After Marcus finished speaking, Leonel’s complexion turned ashen.

He was left in the dark about Alexis’ health issues. He had no idea she was sick, a fact that had never been disclosed to him.

at his ignorance.

wrapped up in your own world, dreaming of a life beyond the Fowler

lost in

out of the room, the house was mostly silent except for some activity downstairs. Elva, having just returned from abroad, was distributing gifts to the house staff —-face

“No need! They're gifts for you!” Leonel observed her

noticed him and offered a gentle

He managed a slight nod, feeling a sting of guilt. Despite her warm greeting, he couldn't shake the feeling that

the stairs, snatched the car keys from the foyer,

voice caught in his throat, but he

to find Alexis.” Elva responded with a simple smile, unaware

deep breaths to steady himself, and then started

arrival, Alexis opened the door, clearly surprised by his

you come back?"

a doctor and someone who appeared to be

couldn't wait. He looked at her with a gentle earnestness and asked, “Those two years-were they hard for you?” She

Alexis replied, “It's all in

no need to revisit old wounds. I'm fine now.” Before she could react, Leonel stepped forward and

was raw

love me. I wouldn't dare. But I need to know-do you hate me?” His

in his embrace, Alexis could have pushed him away and retorted with cold, biting

time,

on the past? I never expected you to return, let alone express regret. The past is just that, the past. In eight years, even the deepest feelings can fade.” She motioned for him to release her, but Leonel

cling to any remnants of their past connection, even if

approached

at the scene

doctor responded in a low voice, “He's stable for now, but he needs a consistent living environment. Miss Fowler, please reconsider the advice I gave earlier.” Alexis acknowledged his suggestion with

assistant escorted the doctor out,

of his emotional and physical well-being?” Alexis, drained from the exchange, replied

a soft

Her thoughts lingered on the possibility that

long walked

her for a moment, noting the subtle dark circles under her eyes, before

returned, seemingly with a question, but Alexis, sitting on the sofa and casually flipping through a magazine, dismissed

out

herself, “Actually, Leonel made the right choice.” With that, she offered a subtle

evening, Calvin left

uncorked a bottle of

lit a long, slender cigarette and placed it on the ashtray, watching as it smoldered

wandered to Leonel. He had called her twice that evening, but she didn't pick up. She had no desire to rehash the

was better to let sleeping dogs

who, after sampling

the one

days that followed, Alexis put Leonel out of her mind, focusing on her

again at

was leaving that she noticed Leonel. Dressed in a dark floral formal suit, he stood out with

didn't engage in the lively scene. She observed quietly

she approached, he

the

as Ross was about to close the door, a firm

up to find Leonel

voice low and steady, responded, “I could use a lift." Ross glanced at Alexis,

Leonel was persistently seeking her attention, Alexis leaned back in the seat and said softly, “Let him in." Angela's Library She scooted over and instructed Ross, “Head home.” With a sigh, he obliged. Once Leonel entered and the car door was closed, a subtly charged atmosphere

the close

in a light tone, “What do you want?” Leonel questioned her directly, “Why didn't you answer my

to answer every call you make? Leonel’s reply was deliberate,

happened between us that night, considering we fucked three times — —” At the front, Ross’ composure faltered. His face flushed

conversation was becoming too-too indiscreet

2357 Alexis, usually unfazed,

She laughed coldly.

you something? You don't strike me as

I do want you to take responsibility?” Alexis retorted sharply, “Then you'll have to get in line! And then just wait patiently!” Her biting words seemed to

some wine, but she was far

his lip in retaliation. Leonel looked at her, his gaze

this distant that

in the middle of their antics, felt overwhelmed. These were the children he had watched grow up, now engaging in inappropriate behavior in

too much for him

back

out of

As she reached the second floor, Leonel suddenly scooped her up and

in their own home, Alexis stood her ground as the door shut behind

prepared to offer a quick solution, “Leonel, if you're really this horny, I can help you with my-—"

pressed her against the door, his head

her lips but kept the kiss gentle, not deepening it. His voice was rough yet sincere as he spoke against

have

across the room, filled with a distinctly

courtyard she had known since

that matter? Your pursuit feels like a burden to me now. Frankly, it's disrupting my life.” Leonel approached her slowly, listening as she continued, “Before you came back, I was doing just fine on my own. A woman doesn’t need to be married to live

the liberty to lead whatever

despite how selfish or shameless it might seem,