A Second Chance With My Billionaire Love

Chapter 2371 Leonel’s visits always stirred conflicting emotions within her.

She reminded herself that their relationship had ended a long time ago.

Her mind was set against him, but her body seemed to disagree, evident from their recent encounters.

Alexis had to admit that being intimate with Leonel was quite comfortable. She wondered if he had a particular understanding of women or just an insight into her, as he consistently managed to please her.

But she sternly reminded herself, that there couldn't be a ‘next time’.

Despite the physical satisfaction, she couldn't afford to let herself become entangled with him again.

Continuing down this path could only lead to complications and unwanted emotions.

Alexis was determined not to contradict her own principles and end up disappointing herself by going back on her words.

Lost in these thoughts, she was interrupted by her secretary, who entered with a Lunch box.

Alexis leaned back in her chair.

“Didn't I say I'd skip lunch?” she queried.

The secretary responded cautiously, “Mr. Douglas sent this over. He said you're worn out and you're gonna need this.” Alexis usually had a tough exterior, but the events in the lounge earlier with Leonel were clearly not lost on her secretary.

But then, she chose to ignore it.

ANGELA'sLIBRARY Leonel’s gesture with the lunch box seemed a deliberate attempt to unnerve her.

She opened the box to find two stir-fried dishes and a bowl of silver fungus soup, all foods known for their nourishing properties for women.

As Alexis sat there, memories of Leonel's audacious whispers during their earlier encounter flooded her mind, causing her face to heat up.

Disgusted, she had no appetite left.

She gestured to her secretary, “Okay, you can now leave.” Alone, she stared at the food, her irritation growing. Eventually, she covered it and tossed it into the trash.

Seeking a distraction, she leaned back on the sofa and pressed a button, bringing up a video walt.

The news playing was explosive, featuring Edwin.

Alexis’ face hardened as she absorbed the news.

Laura's identity had been made public.

Chapter 2372 Her connections with Cathy, Mark, and Edwin had exploded across national headlines. The media showcased old campus photos of Mark and Cathy and delved into Mark's previous relationship with Cecilia.

The reports were sensationalized, casting Laura in a harsh light as a malevolent mistress’ illegitimate daughter who managed to win Edwin's affection.

Without hesitation, Alexis called Edwin, her voice filled with concern.

“What's going on?” Edwin's tense voice came through, clearly in the midst of managing the crisis. Despite the strong backgrounds of the Fowler and Evans families, such a scandal was not easily suppressed.

His voice was low and hoarse, hinting at the weight of the crisis.

“Alexis, I need to keep an eye on the Smiths.” Alexis’ tone was direct and to the point.

“I'll keep an eye on the media for you. Edwin, you need to think beyond just yourself and Laura. Get your father and mine involved. Our best bet is to persuade Vanessa to publicly retract her statements and apologize.

Claiming it was all fabricated is the only way to minimize the harm to Laura.” Edwin's bitter laughter was a tacit admission of her correct assessment.

Alexis, not one to mince words, bluntly remarked, “Of course, it had to be Vanessa Smith you have made upset! But there's no use blaming you now. Just make sure Laura is comforted properly. She's such a fragile soul” After Edwin acknowledged her advice, she ended the call and promptly assembled a formidable legal team of twelve lawyers.

They stood ready to take action against the Smiths and any media outlets that had spread the scandalous story.

Determined to mitigate the situation, Alexis reached out to Vanessa, but found her unyielding and unwilling to back down.

Lowering her voice, Alexis tried to reason with her.

“Vanessa, while Edwin bears some fault, the main responsibility is still yours. We have to think about our families’ reputations and futures. If you need to vent out your anger, confront Edwin directly. Our families won't even intervene. But don't take it out on Laura. She's innocent in all of this. Why target her so viciously?” Alexis knew the real victim in this escalating scandal was — Laura.

The reputations of the Evans and Fowler families might seem at stake, but ultimately, they wouldn't suffer significant damage.

Vanessa's goal seemed to be to break up Edwin and Laura so she could marry him herself, but she failed to understand Edwin's true nature.

He cared little for public opinion, focusing only on his loved ones, which would only strengthen his resolve to protect Laura.

The influence of the Smith family was indeed considerable in Duefron, but against a united front from the Evans and Fowler families, they could still face significant opposition. The outcome hinged on the decisions of the elder family members.

After a lengthy silence, Vanessa finally responded in a low, defeated tone, “I can’t turn back now! I love him!" And with those words, the call ended abruptly.

Chapter 2373 Sighing lightly at the complexity of the situation, Alexis went back to work and left the law firm around 8 pm, ready to head back to her apartment.

As she reached the parking area, she noticed a Lotus Evora parked nearby.

It was unmistakably Leonel’s.

Through the rolled-down window of the car, Leonel’'s handsome face was visible in the early spring night.

Holding her briefcase, Alexis mused on his uninhibited behavior in bed, contrasting sharply with his more composed demeanor now.

She approached the car, tapping on its body.

for someone, Mr. Douglas?” she inquired

his chin, simply said, “Get in." Alexis replied with a smile, “I drove here myself. You don’t need to keep showing up like this. Next time we're in the mood, we can just meet at a hotel. It's actually more discreet —" Leonel's frustration was palpable, wishing he

to him, Alexis took

noon, and handling Edwin's crisis

Leonel asked softly, “Not feeling well?” Alexis, not one to neglect her well-being, directed him, “Let's go eat something.” Leonel

you didn't eat

firm on the steering wheel. As

chill in the air had

their meal, which arrived quickly. She ate mostly in silence, her focus on the

and drinking half a glass of water, she noticed Leonel

a faint smile, “Not to your liking?" Leonel simply

when she seemed to let her guard down, a

dinner continued with minimal

someone you liked? Why are you

I'm like you, taking home just

what about me?” Leonel followed

with after all your scrutiny?” Alexis’ sneer was

encounters. Stop pursuing

that pushing

of events,

our bill. Thanks for the hospitality, both at noon and now.” As she prepared to leave,

drive you back, just to your building entrance.” Alexis looked

a short pause, Alexis spoke up with a hint

left without lingering, her

crystal glass on the table. His appearance was

was familiar with this

been here that Christmas, the

Waylen waited outside in the

Leonel's turn

in the chill of late February, Alexis

a taxi

her father. His tone

both here.” “I'll

but just as she was about to enter,

he said, “I'll take you back.” Alexis stood still, their hands still joined, her eyes

driver peered out of his rolled-down

not? I've

handed him a hundred-dollar

The driver's

played, young man!” he

a faint smile and turned

in my car,”

his car, buckling up,

Alexis leaned back, murmuring her

quiet, the conversation sparse and centered around Edwin and

Edwin ending

offered only a faint smile

they arrived at the

2376 As Alexis opened the car door, she hesitated, and then turned to

at Edwin and Laura. Despite everything, Edwin chose Laura and will always side with her. It makes me think about our past-“ Her voice trailed off, leaving her thought unfinished,

watched her walk towards the villa, deep in

were engaged in a low-key conversation on the

usually more reserved, was involved in a discussion

to lighten the mood, quipped, “There is our little Lexil” Alexis

his daughter to Leonel trailing

you two return together?” His intense eyes moved back and forth between them,

had dinner together,”

on, “Just dinner?” Growing impatient, Alexis put down her

were here to discuss the Smiths’ situation. Why are you fixating on these minor details?" Waylen shot her a stern look but

changing the

Lina are with

openly hostile! Our relatives in Czanch are also against Edwin and Laura's marriage. It's chaos back at home. I told them the marriage

thought, “Edwin caused this mess. He should fix it. Whether it's the Smith family or the elders in Czanch, he needs to handle it. If he

glared

he and Laura wouldn't be in

for that incident, our

still

her parents and loved dearly by Waylen and Rena, so sometimes she still acted like

huff,

but she ignored him and quickened her

his composure in front

mind her,” he

be fine after a good night's sleep.” Angela's Library Waylen, however, suggested, “Maybe you

make a big deal out of it.”

and

you're comfortable in your life, unaware of others’ struggles. You and Mom can be lovey-dovey, but you begrudge us having

fun’? With whom?” Alexis stood up and silently mouthed two

the sofa, stroked his

how to stir things up! Waylen, taken aback, struggled to respond. Feeling out of his depth

“I expect her to take responsibility.” This