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.

Mr. Douglas?” she inquired

we're in the mood, we can just meet at a hotel. It's actually more discreet —" Leonel's frustration was palpable, wishing he could silence her provocative comments. He

to him, Alexis took off her high heels,

an intense encounter with Leonel at noon, and handling Edwin's crisis through the afternoon and

pale complexion at a red light, Leonel asked softly, “Not feeling well?” Alexis, not

lunch I sent today, you didn't eat it?"

firm on the steering wheel. As the traffic light turned green, he drove to a nearby Mexican restaurant known for its pleasant

chill in the air

seated, Alexis ordered their meal, which arrived quickly. She ate mostly in

satiating her hunger and drinking half a glass of water, she noticed

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

2374 “No, it's fine.” He was more interested in watching her, a rare moment when she seemed to let her guard down, a contrast to

continued with

are you still single?”

like you, taking home just

what about me?” Leonel

I the one you chose to be with

you mean nothing to me. We just had a couple of encounters. Stop pursuing me, I don't

that pushing the conversation only led

the turn of events, Alexis

hospitality, both at noon and now.” As she

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

a short pause, Alexis spoke up with

a taxi.” She left without lingering, her

remained seated, his reflection visible in the crystal glass on the table.

familiar

Waylen and Rena. They had been here that Christmas, the one when they parted

while Waylen waited outside in the snow for

2375 And now it was Leonel's turn to

Alexis stepped outside

about to hail a taxi

was her father. His tone was grave.

are both

as she was about

“I'll take you back.” Alexis stood still,

driver peered out of his

in or not? I've got another fare waiting!”

handed him a

driver's mood

young man!” he

gave a faint smile

my

into his car, buckling

Edwin?" Alexis leaned

Fowler villa was quiet, the conversation sparse and

ending up

only a faint smile

hour later, they arrived

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

Despite everything, Edwin chose Laura and will always side with her. It makes me think about

walk towards the villa, deep

Mark were

reserved, was involved in a discussion

Leonel entered one after another. Mark, attempting to lighten the mood, quipped, “There is our little Lexil” Alexis greeted Mark

gaze shifted from his daughter to Leonel trailing behind her,

eyes moved back and forth between them, filled with concern that his daughter might be

dinner together,”

“Just dinner?” Growing impatient, Alexis put down

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

the

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family is already tough. We can't afford to be openly hostile! Our relatives in Czanch are also against Edwin and Laura's marriage. It's chaos back at home. I told them the

or the elders in Czanch, he needs

She glared at

in this mess.” Clearly

incident, our son might not even be with Laura now!” Cecilia's

her advancing years, she still

by Waylen and Rena, so sometimes she still acted like a spoiled brat when

huff,

she ignored him and

maintain his composure in front of Waylen, Rena, and the younger

mind her,” he

night's sleep.” Angela's Library Waylen, however, suggested, “Maybe you

We men don’t need to make a big deal out of it.” Despite that, he headed upstairs

and

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

by ‘having a little fun’? With whom?” Alexis stood

the sofa, stroked his

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

Is this a game to you?” Leonel replied with restraint, “I expect her to take responsibility.” This answer sounded