A Second Chance With My Billionaire Love

Chapter 2451 Leonel remained in good spirits. Regardless of her attempts to provoke him, anger eluded him.

Fatigue tinged Alexis’ demeanor.

She snuggled against him, her mind dwelling on Calvin's ailment, yet sleep eluded her.

“Concerned about Calvin?" Leonel’s voice resonated in the obscurity.

Alexis murmured her assent.

In moments like these, she found herself open to sharing with Leonel.

She delved into details about Calvin's situation, discussing his parents and recounting the past when she took him under her wing.

Alexis spoke in hushed tones, and Leonel absorbed her words in unwavering silence.

As she concluded, with his face nestled in her neck, he posed a quiet question.

“Alexis, if I hadn't left then, would you still have welcomed him into your life?” A faint smile graced Alexis’ lips.

“Absolutely! Although I would've had you handle most of it." Leonel’s voice lowered, its warmth accentuated.

“So, will you allow me to take care of it now?” Alexis remained silent for an extended period of time.

She responded casually, “Even if I accept your assistance, don't anticipate a permanent residence.” “Okay! I'll move out as we agreed.

But I bet you'll miss me, Alexis. You'll get addicted to having me around.” Alexis could barely endure continuing to listen.

Leonel projected an air of dignity outwardly, but in private, he was such a flirt! From the age of 20 onward, she bore the weight of life alone. Even during her most struggling time, dependence was a foreign concept.

His departure left her determined not to lean on anyone again.

Chapter 2452 Independence became her unwavering stance.

Yet he returned, uttering, “Alexis, let me handle it!" Alexis shut her eyes briefly. Alexis, you've always been pragmatic.

Why, when it comes to Leonel, does emotion sneak in? She thought in confusion.

A night of tenderness passed.

In the early morning, Alexis rose to freshen up. The toothpaste was neatly squeezed out, and the towel was carefully placed in its place.

A faint smile graced her lips. Leonel, the unexpected housekeeper, was doing quite a commendable job.

Beyond that, the toaster emitted a satisfying sound, accompanied by the aroma of perfectly toasted bread. Alexis completed her ablutions and stepped out.

Leonel sat at the dining table, clad in a snow-white shirt paired with gray trousers, presenting a neat and tidy appearance.

The morning feast consisted of a ham sandwich, a glass of milk, and a plate adorned with assorted fruits.

Alexis desired a cup of coffee, but Leonel forbade her from having ...

“Milk is all you're gonna get. Plus, I plan to break your smoking habit. Second-hand smoke isn't ideal either.” Alexis bit into the sandwich, her words muffled.

“Then why don't you quit smoking?” Leonel lifted his gaze, a touch of depth in his eyes.

“Do you want me to quit smoking?” Alexis remained silent. Convincing a man to quit smoking was a task for his wife.

At present, it wasn't her problem.

She continued to eat in silence, sipping her milk. Leonel maintained a fixed gaze. Suddenly, he remarked, “Last night, I quite enjoyed it!” In response, Alexis accidentally sprayed a mouthful of milk on his face.

A moment of hushed stillness followed.

Alexis managed a strained smile.

“Apologies, Mr. Douglas!” After a while, Leonel wiped his face with a napkin and remarked, “Sooner or later, I'll get even with you!”

Chapter 2453 Alexis opted not to engage in the banter.

Following breakfast, she headed to the law firm for a morning court session. The plan was to visit Calvin at the hospital once her Legal duties concluded.

Throughout the day, Leonel refrained from intruding on her space.

Upon departing the hospital, she encountered him conversing with the hospital director.

Choosing not to interrupt, she observed, from a distance beneath a tree, a solitary figure.

While conversing, Leonel periodically cast glances her way.

It was only after concluding the discussion that he approached her.

Alexis observed him.

“Impressive connection you have, Mr. Douglas.

bond with that hospital director is no small feat.” Leonel offered a faint smile, relieving

matter of past favors!

want to visit him as well?” Leonel opened the car door, gesturing for her to enter and shielding her from the elements. However, his words carried a hint of

him? I'm not that generous. I'd rather not see him for now,

to make some pork rib soup.”

it for Calvin?” Alexis muttered an affirmative

go grocery shopping together? I can handle the cooking later. I worry that if you do

chose to

you're still the same as when you were little. I find myself having to pamper and coax you. Even when you look tough, you're actually remarkably easy to

minutes later, they reached the familiar grocery store from their

between them carried a distinct tone from their previous visit though.

“It's meant for two people. I'll take care of the steak, and the milk is for my consumption.” Following Leonel's statement, Alexis muttered under her breath, “You're moving out in a few days, right?” “Can't I still drop by often?” He turned to her and added, “If Miss Fowler craves Thai,

special complementary services... Intriguing, isn't it?” Uttering these shameless remarks audaciously, he drew laughter from the nearby

wasn't

shame?” In response, Leonel leaned in and planted a kiss on her

he proceeded as if everything

and check if there's any sea bass available!” Craving something spicy, Alexis skipped any pretense of

their actions resembling those of a newlywed couple

took charge

time to time, he sought Alexis’ input, inquiring

brimmed with an

promptly discarded her

swear I'm not doing this again! It's more exhausting than a day in court!” Leonel rinsed the pork ribs and

he organized the purchased items, stowing them away meticulously.

washed

another for cooking,

take charge of the cooking, but it might impact my career. Can't have overly high expectations for a house husband, you

but find him

been at her place for a few days, and he was already discussing marriage? Biting into the apple, she remarked,

it before-you'll grow addicted to me!” With that, he

nibbling on the apple. Occasionally, her gaze drifted toward Leonel’s figure in the kitchen. Elegance and poise, coupled with culinary skills-not a bad combination! Were it not for his murky past, he would genuinely embody the qualities of an ideal husband! A soft sigh escaped her

the pork rib soup,

to eat first, he headed out

Alexis hesitated to impose on

Leonel had already

bit of sincerity is in order, Alexis. I'm sincere about this.” Alexis intended to

had passed did she finally express her

the door closed softly, leaving Alexis alone at the

spread was abundant, featuring a steamed sea bass, some vegetables,

a few bites before

she believed she already was!

and

replicable by just

felt a tinge of irritation. She yearned for

stick rested between her fingers, she broke it in half and discarded it in

contemplated whether she still harbored affection

time they spent apart, and the divergent paths taken over

return prompted her to

the floor-to-ceiling window, Alexis stood, vigorously rubbing her face while muttering, “Ensnared by

the leftovers Alexis left behind, proceeded to wash the dishes, and took out the trash. Alexis emerged from the study as he completed these tasks. The corners of her eyes displayed a hint of redness. She uttered softly, “Leonel, you needn't be overly

to smoke outside. In that moment, he removed the cigarette from his lips

extending his hand to gently stroke her head. He then said softly, “Alexis, you

and Elva, you deserve to be pampered.”

a few months older than

a moment, she spoke softly,

Where were you? Leonel, curse you!” Her emotions

herself on being rational, but in that

Leonel became, the more she found herself fixating on

her in his arms, planting kisses on her hair and whispering softly,

stray

I'm committed to remaining with the Fowler family for the entirety of my life, tending to your parents and siblings.” He could only hope she would afford

pulled

Why haven't you done so?” “Okay, just refrain from crying.” “I wasn't crying!” Leonel smiled tenderly, playfully nipping at

dog?” Nonetheless, he enveloped her waist, drawing her closer. Subsequently, he kissed her rosy lips. Swaying and stumbling, they reached the sofa, where

room, under the grand crystal chandelier, Alexis steadfastly

“You jerk! That's enough! Be cautious, or you'll exhaust yourself prematurely.” She lost count of

another round?! Leonel’s face

and he partly undressed, the ambiance became

Fowler, 'm merely 28! Men my age entertain such thoughts daily.” Furthermore, in her presence, his self-control evaporated

him, saying, “Head downstairs and dispose of the trash!” Leonel grinned amiably, standing to straighten his attire. Winking at her, he zipped up

flushed against