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.

that hospital director is no small feat.” Leonel

a matter of past favors! Have you visited

as well?” Leonel opened the car door, gesturing for her to enter and shielding her from the

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

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

adept at making soup? And is it for Calvin?” Alexis muttered

rested on the steering wheel. After a brief pause, he suggested, “How about we go grocery shopping together? I can handle the cooking later. I worry that if you

chose to disregard his

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

they reached the familiar grocery store

between them carried a distinct tone from

clueless 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, I'll

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

she wasn't keen on providing a free show to

no shame?” In response, Leonel leaned in and planted a

if everything had been perfectly

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

actions resembling those of

took charge of

from time to time, he sought Alexis’ input, inquiring about her preferences for fruits and

their cart brimmed with an

her high heels

swear I'm not doing this again! It's more exhausting than a

the purchased items, stowing them away meticulously. His familiarity

washed

cleaning and another for cooking, but they don't have

have overly high expectations for a house husband, you know.” Following his

help but find

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

With that, he immersed himself in

and 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

completing the pork rib soup, Leonel

to eat first, he headed out

hesitated to impose on

Leonel had already donned

car keys, he uttered gently, “When pursuing someone, a bit of sincerity is in order, Alexis. I'm sincere about this.” Alexis intended to offer some perfunctory responses, but words

a considerable amount of time had

closed softly, leaving Alexis alone at the

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

a few bites before her

In truth, she believed she already was! It wasn't

understood her desires and could

wasn't replicable

tinge of irritation. She yearned for

between her fingers, she broke it

still harbored affection

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

prompted her to

muttering, “Ensnared by desire! Shame on you, Alexis!” Upon

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 kind to me. We are..." Leonel still had a cigarette in

from his

stroke her head. He then said softly, “Alexis, you don't

and Elva, you deserve to be pampered.”

her and added, “Plus, I'm a few months older than you!

softly, “But what about all

Leonel, curse

being rational, but in that

her attraction to Leonel became, the more she found herself fixating

her reddened eyes, Leonel swallowed visibly. Lacking an explanation, he simply enveloped her in his arms, planting kisses on her

won't stray from

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

pulled

“Weren't you heading downstairs to dispose of the trash? Why haven't you done so?” “Okay, just refrain from crying.” “I wasn't crying!” Leonel

Subsequently, he kissed her rosy lips. Swaying and stumbling, they reached the sofa, where

room, under the grand crystal chandelier, Alexis steadfastly

enough! Be cautious, or you'll exhaust yourself

another round?! Leonel’s face bore

Alexis unwilling and he partly undressed,

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

dispose of the trash!” Leonel grinned

face flushed against