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

past favors! Have you

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

him? I'm not that generous. I'd rather not see him for now, at least.” Alexis didn’t

her seatbelt, she declared, “Drop me off at the grocery store. I'd like to make some pork rib soup.” Leonel expressed skepticism, turning

at making soup? And is it for Calvin?”

a brief pause, he suggested, “How about we go grocery shopping together? I can handle the cooking later. I

chose to disregard

in essence, 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 handle.” “Enough

minutes later, they reached the familiar grocery store from their previous

atmosphere between them carried a distinct tone from their

about cooking the steak! And I'm not a fan of this brand of milk” “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, I'll whip up Thai. If she leans toward Italian,

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

a resilient spirit, yet she wasn't

Leonel leaned in and

if everything had

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

alongside him, their actions resembling those of a

took charge of

time, he sought Alexis’ input, inquiring about her

later, their cart brimmed with an assortment of

the apartment, Alexis promptly discarded her high heels and stretched

this again! It's more exhausting than a day in court!” Leonel rinsed the pork ribs and commenced

items, stowing them away meticulously. His familiarity suggested he

washed an apple

employ two house maids-one for cleaning and another for cooking, but they don't

high expectations for a house husband, you know.” Following his words, he affectionately

help but

already discussing marriage? Biting into the apple, she remarked, “You're overthinking!

me!” With that, he immersed himself in

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

pork rib soup, Leonel prepared a

out to deliver the soup to

Alexis hesitated to impose

Leonel had already donned a

uttered gently, “When pursuing someone, a bit of sincerity is in order, Alexis. I'm sincere about this.” Alexis intended to

a considerable amount of time had passed did she finally express

Leonel’s departure, the door closed softly, leaving Alexis alone

steamed

few bites before her mind wandered

him. In truth, she believed she already was! It wasn't solely about physical pleasure but rather a

and could fulfill her

sentiment wasn't replicable

a tinge of irritation.

fingers, she broke it

whether she still harbored affection for

prolonged absence, the time they spent apart, and the divergent paths taken over eight years,

her to follow

her face while muttering, “Ensnared by desire! Shame on

these tasks. The corners of her eyes displayed a hint of redness. She uttered softly, “Leonel, you needn't be overly kind to me. We are..." Leonel still had a cigarette in

that moment, he removed the cigarette from his lips and

approached, extending his hand to gently stroke her head. He then said softly, “Alexis, you don't

Elva, you deserve

months older than you! It's

spoke softly, “But what about all

were you? Leonel, curse you!” Her emotions

on being rational, but in that moment, she couldnt contain her

stronger her attraction to Leonel became, the more

her in his arms, planting kisses on her hair

stray

remaining with the Fowler family for the entirety of my life, tending to your parents and siblings.” He

pulled

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

trying to act like a dog?” Nonetheless, he enveloped her waist, drawing her closer. Subsequently, he kissed her rosy lips. Swaying and stumbling, they reached the

the brightly-lit room, under the

cautious, or you'll exhaust

round?! Leonel’s face bore a noticeable flush, signifying his

with Alexis unwilling and he partly undressed, the

whispered, “Miss Fowler, 'm merely 28! Men my age entertain such thoughts daily.” Furthermore, in

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

face flushed against her