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?”

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

next to him, Alexis took off her high

had been long and taxing-court in the morning, an intense encounter with Leonel at noon, and handling Edwin's crisis through the

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

eat

as childish as that again.” Leonel remained silent, his grip firm on the steering wheel. As the traffic light turned green, he drove to a nearby Mexican restaurant known for

in the air

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

hunger and drinking half a glass of water, she noticed

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

her, a rare moment when she seemed to let her guard down,

continued

years, haven't you met someone you liked? Why are you still

taking home just anyone?” she

what about me?” Leonel followed

with after all your scrutiny?” Alexis’ sneer was

just had a couple of encounters. Stop pursuing me, I don't

pushing the

turn of events, Alexis

hospitality, both at noon and now.” As she prepared to leave, Leonel reached out

your building entrance.” Alexis looked down at him, her

Alexis spoke up with a hint

taxi.” She left without lingering, her departure casual and

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

familiar with

been here that Christmas, the one when

dined inside with Robert, while Waylen waited

was Leonel's turn to suffer

Alexis stepped

hail a

father. His

Cecilia are both here.” “I'll be right back!”

just as she was about

back.” Alexis stood still, their hands still joined, her eyes fixed on

driver peered out of his rolled-down

I've got another fare waiting!” he

him a

Library The driver's

he exclaimed with

a faint smile and

my

into his car, buckling up,

this about Edwin?" Alexis leaned back,

Fowler villa was quiet, the conversation sparse and centered around Edwin

never saw Edwin ending up with Laura,”

offered only a

hour later, they arrived at

door,

will always side with her. It makes me

towards the villa, deep

living room, Waylen and Mark were engaged in a low-key

reserved, was involved in a discussion with

Mark, attempting to lighten the mood,

daughter to Leonel trailing behind her, his

return together?” His intense eyes moved back and forth between them, filled with concern that his

just had dinner together,” Alexis replied

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

Why are you fixating on these minor details?" Waylen shot

Alexis asked, changing the subject as she glanced

and Lina are with her

are also against Edwin and Laura's marriage. It's chaos back at home.

continued, deep in 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 can’t manage this small issue, he

2377 She glared at

it weren't for you, he and Laura wouldn't be in this mess.” Clearly

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

years, she still had a fiery

parents and loved dearly by Waylen and Rena, so

a huff,

called out to her, but she ignored him

embarrassed but tried to maintain his composure in front of

her,” he

Angela's Library Waylen, however, suggested, “Maybe you should go talk to her?”

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

turned to Alexis and Leonel, his

going on with you two?” Alexis, reclining casually, responded, “What 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 having a little

fun’? With whom?” Alexis

on the sofa, stroked

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

to you?” Leonel replied with restraint, “I expect her to take responsibility.” This