A Second Chance With My Billionaire Love

Chapter 2361 Unable to stay in the room any longer, Alexis rose to leave. As Leonel reached out to her, she forcefully shook off his grasp. Her voice low and strained, she implored, “Leonel, have some self-respect.

Let's preserve some dignity here.” With that, she exited the room, though she couldn't help but slam the door in frustration.

In the lamplight, Leonel looked even more pallid, a stark contrast to the warmth of the room.

Alexis, stepping into the cold hallway barefoot, felt an even deeper chill.

She realized with surprise that she was crying.

Lifting her head, she questioned her own tears. Why cry over someone like Leonel? It wasn't worth it.

Upstairs, the light in the study was on.

Waylen stood in the doorway, watching her in silence.

Alexis approached and embraced him softly.

“Dad.” He responded with a gentle pat on her back.

“Why are you barefoot? Come to the study; it's warm inside.” In his embrace, Alexis felt a sense of comfort, albeit mixed with the embarrassment of her rare emotional outburst.

Angela's Library Waylen showed nothing but understanding and warmth. To him, Alexis was his first little girl, unique in her own way compared to Marcus and Elva. He had raised her with his own hands for years, fostering a special bond between them.

Despite her achievements in the legal world, she was still his little Alexis in his eyes.

He prepared a cup of warm milk for her and wrapped her in a wool blanket. Alexis, leaning on his shoulder, sipped the milk just like she did as a child.

Waylen's concern was evident as he asked, “Did Leonel give you trouble? I can handle him if he did.” Alexis, tears still Lingering in her eyes, managed a laugh.

“I can take care of it myself!” Waylen affectionately stroked her hair, and half-jokingly said, “I bet that kid wouldn't dare fight back either.” Holding her milk, Alexis seemed lost in thought.

Waylen sighed softly, a hint of insight in his voice.

Chapter 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 I 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.

Then, 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 I 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.

As 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 I 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.”

Chapter 2363 Alexis, not in the mood for early morning flirtation, chose to ignore his comment.

As if brushing aside the tension of the previous night, Leonel casually brought up their previous conversation, “What about the legal team we discussed? What's your decision?” “The Legal team?” Alexis pondered for a moment before responding, “Send your people over to my firm, and I'll see to the arrangements.” Leonel responded with a slight nod.

The breakfast table was relatively quiet after that. Marcus soon joined them, adding an air of elegance to the setting. Waylen, observing his three grown children dining together, felt a mix of emotions.

In a half-joking, half-serious tone, Waylen queried, “Which one of you is going to give me a grandchild first? Rena is getting impatient!” Marcus quipped back with a touch of humor, “I don't have a wife.

Should I magically produce a child all by myself?” Waylen shot back, “This is not a joke!” His gaze then shifted to the other two.

“Nearly 30 and still no urgency. Do you plan to remain single forever?” ANGELA'sLIBRARY Alexis, not in the mood for such discussions, especially with Leonel present, was visibly annoyed.

She stood up, playfully placing her hand on Waylen"’s forehead.

“You were the same at my age, Dad. I'm just following in your footsteps,” she reminded him.

Waylen, in a mock gruff tone, called them all “Damn brats!" Alexis responded with a forceful kiss on his cheek before grabbing her coat and departing.

Waylen watched her leave, and then turned his attention back to Leonel.

“And you? Still fixated on one possibility? It's time to find someone and start a family. Life has to move on.” Leonel, lost for words, remained silent.

After a while, Waylen excused himself to go upstairs.

left alone with Leonel, folded

Leonel, maintaining his composure, replied, “Perhaps everyone will have to endure a little

2364 He then excused himself from the

leisurely sip, a knowing smile on

in the morning, Alexis felt a sense

won a lawsuit, and the grateful plaintiff had

into her car and

generously told Colin Duffy, her client, “For your case, I won't charge a cent.” Colin, mistakenly assuming Alexis was offering a charitable gesture due to

call with a curt, “Keep dreaming!” She then sent Colin a message, attaching photos of him cheating

demeanor, but Alexis

she tossed her phone aside and drove back to her

Douglas is here

the reception room.” Her assistant hesitated, mentioning she had let Leonel wait in Alexis’s office, considering he was

reminded her, “Don't let it happen again.” Carrying her briefcase, she entered her office to find Leonel making himself

group photo of the Fowler family, featuring all

next to Leonel, their

briefcase down with a thud, hands on her hips as she

the sound of her footsteps, and after a moment, he commented lightly, “You still have it." Moving to her desk, Alexis settled into

appreciate others meddling too much in my life Whether

Leonel’s response carried a tinge of

confirmed sharply, “Good that you realize it."

come yourself regarding the legal team? Don't trust me to handle it?” Leonel posed a direct question, “Why are you hesitant to take this case yourself? Is it because of

business and personal matters

Leonel leaned forward, placing

team? It's not like you have to do anything.” Alexis retorted, “That

increase the budget.” Leonel was ready to agree, but before he could respond, the intercom on Alexis’ desk interrupted

Her secretary informed her, “Miss Fowler, Mr. Duffy is here.” She glanced at Leonel and instructed, “Have him wait in the reception room.” She cut the call short, turning to Leonel with a light comment, “As you can see, I'm quite busy. I won't be able to see

his wealthy appearance

my lawyer. But why are you using those photos against me? Isn't that a bit excessive? Threatening your own client, Alexis leaned against her desk,

work for you. So pay up and then we can go our separate ways.” Colin was clearly reluctant

which threatened to divide his considerable assets, was more than he had

2366 He attempted to

agrees, I'll have the finance department transfer it immediately.” Unimpressed by his offer, Alexis casually

soft yet laced with a stern

short temper, Mr. Duffy. I strongly

I can become quite unpredictable,

threats, believing

decided, what harm could a few photos do? He also doubted she

“If Miss Fowler is open to it, we could discuss this privately. Those two hundred million might still be up for negotiation.” He had long harbored a desire for

looked down at the unwelcome hand

looking for some

with his rehearsed charm, Alexis swung her

several steps backward before falling

approached him, the sound of her high heels

cue a few more times, each

his reddened face with her heel, causing enough pain for him to

“Is this exciting enough for you? Or do you want more?” Thoroughly intimidated, Colin

prodded him with the

a check now, or those incriminating photos of yours will be all over the Internet in no time.” Colin glared at her with indignation,

stubbornness, he knew better than

out a check. Alexis took it with a nonchalant command for him to

then pressed the intercom to summon

The assistant came in.

instructed, “Contact Mrs. Duffy and deliver this to her. As for the rest, let's not bring it up

this? Mrs. Duffy probably hates you the most right now.” Alexis responded confidently, “I know, but nobody turns down free money. Just send it over.” The assistant nodded in understanding and left, closing the door behind

to the pool table and began

the room, she asked, “Hey, why are

this rough in your

smiled while taking her

way." She pocketed two balls and then turned to Leonel, patting

her hand and pulled her to sit on the edge of the pool table,

I kiss you, it feels like you're about to pull out all my hair.” Alexis

on that, Mr. Douglas?” she

things that happen just

nothing left to discuss here. You can leave now. Just send over the contract,

suggest they have lunch together, but Alexis declined without hesitation, “I'm

exercise. He

whether Leonel believed her or

pressed the intercom, signaling her secretary to usher

ended the call, Leonel moved to close

a question

back to her, speaking

company is more established, I plan to take over Exceed Group.” Her reaction was one of slight surprise, a faint moisture in her eyes

her words remained

you're serious about taking over, my

stood her ground,